Director of Individual Giving

ABOUT LMCC LMCC is Manhattan’s Arts Council—a dynamic non-profit organization with a 50 year history of supporting and connecting artists and communities throughout Manhattan. Founded in 1973, LMCC serves hundreds of artists and tens of thousand of audiences each year through robust Re-granting and Artist Residency Programs as well as a dynamic calendar of free public art events throughout Manhattan and at the Arts Center at Governors Island—a 40,000 square foot arts center that is activated year round with public programs and art exhibitions. We are a 15 person team of passionate and devoted arts leaders and administrators, providing funding, studio and rehearsal space, professional development, and leadership in cultural planning and advocacy. All activities and operations are supported by a $6M budget and the leadership of an engaged Board of Directors. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR LMCC seeks a full-time Director of Individual Giving to lead our individual donor cultivation, Board engagement, and major events. This senior role is responsible for overseeing all individual income streams as well as leading cultivation events including LMCC’s annual gala, the Downtown Dinner. The Director will report to the President and CEO and work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and Board of Directors. This position is ideal for an experienced non-profit or arts sector fundraiser with a proven track record in strategic planning, donor development, and special event producing. The ideal candidate will be passionate about arts and culture, committed to long term relationship building, and excited about working strategically to develop new funding opportunities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Fundraising Strategy and Leadership In partnership with executive leadership, develop and implement an integrated fundraising plan to grow individual giving. Oversee donor communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship strategies. In collaboration with the Director of Institutional Giving, project, manage, and re-forecast the annual development department budget. Directly supervise the Development Assistant and development interns, providing mentorship and support to ensure team success. Supervise Independent Contractors (as needed). Work closely with the President, Board, and other senior leaders to align development strategies with organizational goals. Individual Donor Management and Special Events Develop strategies to foster meaningful, long-term relationships with individual donors, including major gifts. Lead the planning, production, and execution of the annual gala and other large-scale fundraising events. Coordinate all event logistics for cultivation events, including sponsor relations, venue, entertainment, and auctions. Lead the sales strategy for gala and other cultivation events including collaborating closely with the Board of Directors and event committees to secure high-level event sponsorships. Plan and execute special cultivation events to engage current and prospective donors. Collaborate with program staff to align funding priorities with organizational needs and goals. Donor Management and Reporting Oversee donor data management, ensuring accurate records in the CRM/database. Generate reports on fundraising progress and regularly present updates to leadership and the Board. QUALIFICATIONS: 5 - 7 years of progressively responsible development experience, with a track record of success in managing individual giving. Experience planning and executing large-scale fundraising events, such as galas. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Proven leadership abilities, including experience managing a team and collaborating across departments. Knowledge of Salesforce and/or other CRM systems and fundraising platforms. Proficiency using Google Workplace, Microsoft Office, especially with Excel. Passion for the arts and culture sector. COMPENSATION The salary for this position is $110,000 and includes an attractive benefits package including health coverage, dental and optional vision plans, life insurance, three (3) weeks of annual PTO, plus generous personal and sick days. Health benefits begin three (3) months after the first date of employment. We maintain a hybrid work schedule, generally requiring Tuesday & Thursday in-office at the Arts Center at Governors Island with remote work on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This is an exempt position and will require night and weekend availability. HOW TO APPLY Please apply through our portal. Application materials should include both a resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interests in the position. Please note that applications without cover letters will not be considered. LMCC is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a culturally diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe environment for its staff. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who self-identify as BIPOC and/or women. LMCC prohibits any kind of discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, protected veteran status, economic status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Flexible work from home options available. Compensation: $110,000.00 per year About Founded as Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, LMCC serves, connects, and makes space for artists and community. Since 1973, LMCC has been the champion for independent artists in New York City and the cultural life force of Lower Manhattan. We envision New York City as a place in which artists and community in dialogue are creating a more just, equitable, and sustainable society. LMCC Serves Artists through: Residencies that enable artists to experiment and develop their work and ideas, with professional development, financial training, and networking opportunities Grant funding to artists that support local/neighborhood projects Presentation opportunities that allow artists to share their work and creative process with the public LMCC Serves Community through: Free public programs in Lower Manhattan and Governors Island that activate neighborhoods and bring people together through performances and rich artistic experiences Access to the artmaking process to build connections and dialogue between artists and audiences Grant funding for neighborhood arts and community-based organizations Our Mission To create a fertile and nurturing environment for artists and arts groups, enlivening public spaces with free programs in the visual, performing, and new media arts, and to provide leadership in cultural planning and advocacy. Our Values We believe artists are critical to a healthy society as agents of change and new ideas. We acknowledge structural inequities and we are committed to centering equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are driven by curiosity . Experimenting, questioning, learning, and understanding are essential to creative development. We are collaborative . We build partnerships and relationships, and we share our resources. We listen . Adaptation and responsiveness are essential to meeting needs and ensuring resiliency. We give with openness and care . We strive to be radically generous and accessible to all.