Foundation Development Director
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field.
- Three years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related field.
- A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record that meets Benedictine requirements.
- Experience in major gift solicitation.
- Experience working with volunteer boards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and internet applications.
- Secure philanthropic funds to meet or exceed annual philanthropy goals, meet monthly metrics, and use best practices.
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors; build and manage a portfolio of at least 75 prospective major gift donors; and complete timely reports of meetings, proposals, communication, and progress in Raiser's Edge while meeting or exceeding Foundation metrics.
- Partner with Community Executive Directors and other Benedictine leaders to support thoughtful engagement and relationship management, and document donor visits and meaningful interactions to coordinate communication among stakeholders.
- Oversee donor and prospect data and uphold consistent practices for confidential handling and release of information, following state and federal regulations and Benedictine policies.
- Promote the Benedictine Mission and Core Values of Hospitality, Stewardship, Respect, and Justice in day-to-day activities.
- Perform other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
- Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE).
- Donor, gift, or constituent database experience.
- Grant writing experience.
- Management or leadership experience.
About the company
Benedictine operates a nonprofit Catholic network of senior living and care communities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, Illinois, and Missouri. It offers a full continuum of care, from independent living to assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and home health services, plus adult day services and spiritual care. Its memory care program uses specialty neighborhoods for different stages of dementia and care is supported by 24/7 medical services and, when needed, ventilator/respiratory support. The organization grows through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, funded by private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid, with a mission rooted in faith-based hospitality, stewardship, respect, and justice.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Fridley, Minnesota
Founded
1985
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- A $1 million April 2026 gift strengthened Duluth’s Medicaid-heavy, underserved resident base.
- Winona’s $10 million renovation modernized therapy, dining, and cooling, improving occupancy appeal.
- January 2026 acquisition of Mother of Mercy expanded Benedictine’s Minnesota footprint and revenue base.
What critics are saying
- Resident abuse at Duluth in October 2025 exposed supervision failures and training gaps.
- SEIU filed an NLRB charge against Regina Senior Living in March 2025 over coercive surveillance.
- Rising Medicaid dependence and aging facilities threaten margins if reimbursements tighten in 2026.
What makes Benedictine unique
- Catholic, mission-driven operator with 30-plus communities across four Midwest states.
- Full continuum spans independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehab, and home health.
- Benedictine’s 2026 license transfer of Mother of Mercy added another integrated campus.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement