Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer About the Company Community-based nonprofit expanding inclusive tennis programs for autistic individuals and families IndustryNon-Profit Organization Management TypeNon Profit Founded2008 Employees11-50 Specialties tennischild social developmentautismadaptive tennisyouth sportsautism supportinclusive recreationcommunity-based programscommunity engagementmeasurable social impactneurodiversity inclusionadaptive sportsyouth developmentvolunteer leadershipand nonprofit About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead its fundraising strategy and execution and support the organization’s next phase of growth. The role includes personally cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts; strengthening relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and strategic partners; and engaging executive and board leadership in fundraising. The successful candidate will guide the development function and build the relationships, visibility, and fundraising capacity needed to expand programs and improve their quality and evaluation. Candidates should be strategic, hands-on fundraising leaders with a demonstrated record of securing major gifts, building philanthropic programs, and driving organizational growth. Strong relationship-building skills, an entrepreneurial mindset, and experience engaging supporters across multiple markets are essential. Experience in autism services or adaptive sports is not required, but a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and families and an appreciation for the impact of sport are important. Hiring Manager TitlePresident Functions Business DevelopmentCorporate Development