Denver Children's Home seeks a Development Director to lead all fundraising efforts on behalf of the Denver Children's Home, which encompass foundation support, corporate partnerships, major gifts, annual giving, and in-kind donations. Additionally, the Development Director will oversee key campaigns such as Colorado Gives 365, the Combined Federal Campaign, the Colorado Combined Campaign, and various community events. The Development Director will manage a comprehensive $1.75M fundraising plan for the upcoming fiscal year, creating monthly cash flow projections, tracking progress towards financial goals, addressing any challenges, and enhancing strategies for engaging with foundations, corporations, and individual supporters. Day-to-day, the Development Director will ensure that all development operations run smoothly and represent the organization in the community, while working closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to define and achieve ambitious fundraising goals that allow Denver Children's Home to further its mission of service to children and families.

Denver Children’s Home (DCH) is dedicated to bringing hope and healing to children and families who have faced trauma. Through a range of therapeutic, educational, and community-based services, DCH provides a nurturing environment for abused, neglected, and traumatized children and their families dealing with mental health challenges. DCH is at the forefront of using brain-based research and trauma-informed care in its prevention, intervention, and treatment programs. By implementing positive behavior programs and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DCH equips children and teens with lifelong skills and knowledge to navigate their journeys. DCH offers a range of services, including a 24/7 on-site Residential Program, a fully accredited and integrated school called The Bansbach Academy, a Day Treatment Program, and two transitional group homes for adolescents aged 14 to 18, Discovery Home and Inspire Home. DCH serves as a compassionate alternative to psychiatric hospitalization, offering a combination of intensive therapy, personalized academic support, and advanced treatments for biologically based mental illnesses. DCH empowers children to take charge of their healing journeys, helping them understand their emotions and responses, take responsibility for their actions, and develop effective coping strategies. DCH also support families and caregivers in accessing the resources they need to create a stable and nurturing home environment.

"As the Executive Director of Denver Children's Home, I am excited to announce the opportunity to join our leadership team as the new Development Director. This critical role is key to advancing our mission of providing compassionate care and mental health services to children and families who have faced trauma, abuse, and neglect. If you're passionate about driving meaningful change and have the skills to lead innovative fundraising efforts, I encourage you to apply. Together, we can continue making a lasting impact in the lives of Denver’s most vulnerable children and families. I very much look forward to your application." — Dr. Rebecca Hea-Wilson, Executive Director

For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.