Guided by the Holy Spirit, the Regional Development Director is responsible for sustaining and growing YFCNIN’s partner base with a primary focus on major gifts.

• Manage a portfolio of major giving partner relationships, cultivating relationships through personal visits, small gatherings, written updates, and events with an initial intentional focus on Huntington, Wabash, Kosciusko, and Whitley Counties.
• Apply a Biblical approach to development, inviting donors into God’s story and aligning their passions with YFC’s mission.
• Lead all stages of the donor cycle—identification, discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship—meeting or exceeding measurable goals for donor acquisition and retention.
• Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and contribute to strategic roadmaps, budgeting, and reporting for the assigned region.
• Write and deliver compelling updates, proposals, and thank-you communications.
• Collaborate with events staff on strategic fundraising events, maximizing major donor sponsorships and engagement opportunities.
• Partner with the Development Director on annual fundraising strategies.
• Look for and communicate grant opportunities for additional funding to the Donor Services Lead.
• Introduce and educate donors on planned giving opportunities (bequests, trusts, donor-advised funds, etc.), in collaboration with the YFC Foundation, to ensure long-term sustainability.

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

• Serve as the primary donor-facing representative for assigned counties and areas, representing YFC with excellence.
• Provide leadership on regional revenue budgets in collaboration with Area Leads and staff.
• Build community relationships with churches, businesses, and civic leaders to expand ministry visibility.
• Contribute to YFCNIN’s overall development strategy and vision.

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION

Responsible for managing the administrative operations of the ministry throughout the region in partnership with the YFCNIN operations team. This includes:

• Partner with Area Leads and operations staff on budgets, financial reporting, and revenue tracking.
• Maintain timely reporting on donor engagement and portfolio activity in Salesforce.
• Participate in staff gatherings, retreats, and professional development.
• Engage with the YFCNIN Board of Trustees as needed.
• Other initiatives as assigned by the Development Director

For full job description or to apply, please visit: yfc.net/careers/

• Career Field : Non-Profit
• Contact Name : Mariana Glover
• Company Name : Youth for Christ
• Hours : Full-Time

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