Amara

Amara serves the evolving needs of children, youth, and families impacted by the child welfare system. Centering equity, we advocate for systems change and bridge gaps by providing compassionate wrap-around resources, while helping to reduce trauma and bring healing. Our work helps maintain family and community connections while preventing child welfare involvement when possible. At Amara, we believe that a supportive, equitable and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued, trusted, and nurtured, is key to shaping organizational culture and investing in underrepresented communities. Amara believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace enhance our ability to fulfill our mission. We strongly invite candidates from diverse backgrounds, including communities of color, the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply. The Director of Development provides leadership and execution of the organization’s fundraising strategy and donor engagement efforts. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role leads day-to-day fundraising operations and supervises development staff while partnering closely with senior leadership, board members, and key stakeholders. The Director of Development is responsible for sustaining and implementing an established comprehensive fundraising program that includes individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate partnerships, and events, while supporting external communications and community engagement efforts. The Director of Development , in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer, oversees Amara’s fundraising activities including cultivating and securing a mix of annual, major, event, and planned gifts along with corporate, foundation, and public funding. The Director of Development will work collaboratively with staff, Amara’s Governance Board, Amara’s Ambassador Board, and regional advisory boards to implement Amara’s strategic fundraising plan. The Director of Development serves as an essent