Development & Gift Officer in New York, New York at WELL/BEINGS

About WELL/BEINGS

WELL/BEINGS is 501(c)(3) start-up venture philanthropy – disruptive in both mission and approach. Our campaigns elevate under-recognized causes that vitally need support to affect positive change in the world for animals, people and the planet. Working at the intersection of climate change and animal welfare, our grant-making is a collaborative process with our on-the-ground local partners as we work to serve their needs and learn from their successes to make the greatest impact.

The ideal candidate is energetic and personable, brings a strong track record in donor relations, and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This role works closely with the Chief Development Officer and collaborates across the full WELL/BEINGS team to advance our fundraising goals.

WELL/BEINGS is seeking a relationship-driven, mission-aligned fundraising professional to join our growing development team as Development & Gift Officer. This role is central to building and sustaining the individual donor relationships that power our work — from mid-level giving to major gift cultivation and stewardship.

• Reports to: Executive Director
• Development Employment Status: Full Time; Exempt (40 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid - expected to be in-office 1-2 days per week
• Compensation: $80,000-$95,000, commensurate with experience

Key Responsibilities

• Individual Giving & Donor Relations
• • Manage and grow a portfolio of mid-level and major donors, with responsibility for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for donors and prospects, providing a high-touch, personalized experience
  • Conduct prospect research on giving history, capacity, and areas of interest to inform outreach strategy
  • Develop and execute targeted donor communications, including personal outreach, impact updates, and tailored asks in collaboration with the ED
  • Track and follow up on outstanding pledges, board dues, and open invoices
• Annual Campaigns & Events
• • Lead the execution of annual giving campaigns in partnership with the ED and marketing
  • Support the annual gala and other fundraising events, including auction partnerships, donor invitations, and event-day logistics
  • Manage end-of-year fundraising strategy and implementation
  • Attend donor-facing events and community activities to strengthen relationships and identify new prospects

• Gift Processing & Data Management
• • Oversee gift processing: prepare donation reports, send acknowledgement letters, and reconcile donations with the Operations Manager
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date donor records in Funraise (CRM), ensuring all communications, gifts, and engagements are logged
  • Track development metrics and contribute data to fundraising impact reporting
• Development Administration
• • Maintain development calendar, tracking proposal deadlines, reporting due dates, board meetings, and campaigns
  • Support grant administration in coordination with the Programs & Development Coordinator
  • Manage file organization and documentation in Google Drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on individual giving and donor stewardship
• Demonstrated success managing a donor portfolio and closing gifts
• Experience with Funraise, Salesforce, or a comparable CRM
• Comfortable working with tools including Google Workspace, Zoom, Slack, Canva, and Microsoft Office
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to write compelling donor correspondence and speak confidently with major donors
• High degree of discretion, professionalism, and relationship instinct
• Based in the New York Metropolitan Area; comfortable in a hybrid environment with occasional evenings and travel (approx. 6–8 weeks/year)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan