Regional Development Director - Texas

The Armed Services YMCA is seeking a highly motivated and relationship-driven Regional Development Officer (Texas) to serve as a frontline fundraiser responsible for driving philanthropic revenue across the state. This role is a key member of the national Development team and is focused on executing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and generating support for programs that serve military families.

Working under the leadership and strategic direction of the Vice President, Development, the Regional Development Officer will be responsible for implementing regional fundraising plans and achieving revenue goals through major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and events. This position requires a proactive and externally focused professional who excels at building relationships and securing philanthropic support in a geographically diverse region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

*Frontline Fundraising & Revenue Generation** Execute regional fundraising strategies established in partnership with the Vice President, Development * Achieve and exceed annual revenue targets across individual, corporate, and foundation giving * Actively manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, leading cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts * Identify, qualify, and pursue new funding opportunities across Texas

*Donor & Corporate Relationship Management** Build and sustain strong relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders * Serve as a primary relationship manager and ambassador for the Armed Services YMCA in Texas * Develop and grow partnerships aligned with mission priorities and revenue goals

*Grants & Institutional Giving** Identify and pursue grant opportunities with private foundations and corporate giving programs * Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling proposals, reports, and stewardship materials * Support the growth of institutional funding as a key revenue stream

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