Director of Development at Family House of Peoria in Peoria, IL

Director of Development

Family House, Inc. | Peoria, Illinois

Position: Full-time, Hybrid in-person and remote

Reports to: CEO

Organization Description

Family House, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate support and low or no-cost housing for people receiving life-saving medical care in Peoria, Illinois and their families. The organization works closely with local healthcare providers and community partners to ensure guests have access to essential resources during critical times. Family House, Inc. focuses on creating a welcoming environment that reduces stress and fosters connection. Founded in 1985, Family House has provided services in two locations including our current 20-room guest house. While Family House was originally founded to provide housing for family members supporting patients in Peoria hospitals, and that focus remains, Family House has evolved to also provide housing and critical services for patients themselves who must reside in Peoria for an extended time to receive treatment related to cancer, an organ transplant, or other urgent medical needs. Family House professionals demonstrate deep care and embody a mission to serve by actively and compassionately supporting the well-being of patients and families.

Position Summary

The Director of Development leads Family House’s fundraising efforts by envisioning and implementing a comprehensive plan prioritizing donor and community relationships. The Director of Development will also serve a key communications role by sharing the organization’s mission and impact through clear, consistent communications. The position works closely with the CEO, team, board, volunteers, and community partners. The Director of Development is a full-time role based in Peoria, IL, with at least partial in-person requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage a comprehensive fundraising plan, calendar, and budget aligned with organizational priorities.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, businesses, foundations, and community partners.
• Research funding opportunities and prepare grant proposals and reports.
• Coordinate fundraising campaigns and programs, tracking results and identifying opportunities to improve.
• Oversee development activities including annual giving campaigns, major gifts, and planned giving initiatives.
• Ensure timely gift processing, donor acknowledgment, and a program of gratitude for donors.
• Maintain accurate donor records and prepare fundraising reports.
• Support the CEO and board in donor outreach and community engagement.
• Oversee and coordinate large and smaller-scale fundraising events.
• Develop and carry out a communications plan aligned to the development plan that advances Family House’s mission and fundraising priorities.
• Contribute content for donor appeals, newsletters, impact reports, social media, website, and other materials.
• Share guest and program stories with dignity, sensitivity, and respect for consent.
• Gather program updates and impact information from staff and translate them into clear, compelling messages.
• Represent Family House at community and partner events, as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated professional experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising and philanthropy, with the ability to build and sustain donor relationships.
• Proven ability to design and implement comprehensive development plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with comfort engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a highly collaborative organization.
• Knowledge of annual giving programs and campaigns, including strategy development and performance tracking.
• Familiarity with planned giving approaches and tools, and capacity to discuss legacy giving options with donors.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills related to development operations and revenue forecasting.
• Experience using donor management or CRM systems.
• Content creation skills applicable to social media, websites, and publications.
• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field; relevant advanced training or certifications in fundraising are a plus.
• Prior leadership experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven environment and a commitment to equitable, inclusive practices.
• Commitment to Family House’s mission and to treating guests, donors, volunteers, and colleagues with compassion and respect.

Measure of Success

A well-implemented, coordinated, and relationship-centered fundraising and communications program that raises community awareness, strengthens donor engagement, and grows support for the mission of Family House.

Family House, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply

Interested applicants may send a cover letter and resume to Shanna Shipman at sshipman@familyhousepeoria.org or call 309.267.7223 to learn more.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Peoria, IL 61603