The Association Director, Donor Stewardship is a critical leadership role within the YMCA of Greater Charlotte, responsible for overseeing the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of donor stewardship efforts. This position ensures that all donor relationships are nurtured with a high level of transparency, gratitude, and engagement, aligned with the YMCA’s mission and strategic objectives. The Association Director will work closely with the Senior Director of Donor Services and the development team to ensure the effective management of donor portfolios, grant stewardship, and capital campaign tracking.
The Association Director will lead a team responsible for donor relations, gift processing, and event logistics, while overseeing the integrity of data systems and the accuracy of gift records, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations and internal/external audits. The role also integrates grant tracking and capital campaign stewardship into the broader financial development strategy, aiming to strengthen relationships with donors, foundations, and other funding sources.
Culture Statement
The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core values. We strive every day to collectively embody our purpose of serving as a catalyst to transform lives and communities through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We are respectful – we treat each other and those we serve as we hope to be treated ourselves. We are caring – we show a sincere concern for others and their well-being. We are honest – we are truthful in what we say and what we do, and we do not make promises we do not intend to keep. We are responsible – we are good stewards of our resources, strive for excellence and our actions are accountable to those we serve. We are innovative – we harness creativity, are solution minded and forward thinking. We lead with faith.
