Position Summary
The Annual Gift Officer plays an important role in advancing Food Lifeline's mission to feed people experiencing hunger today while working to end hunger for tomorrow across Western Washington. This position supports the growth and success of Food Lifeline's annual giving, direct mail, sustainer, and mid-level giving programs by building meaningful relationships with donors and delivering exceptional stewardship experiences.
Managing a portfolio of approximately 50 donors and prospects, the Annual Gift Officer develops personalized engagement strategies that inspire ongoing philanthropy, increase donor retention, and encourage greater philanthropic investment. Working closely with the Annual Giving Manager and the Development team, this position helps execute annual fundraising campaigns, stewardship initiatives, and donor engagement strategies that contribute to Food Lifeline's fundraising goals.
Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with effective project execution in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Essential Responsibilities
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 annual and mid-level donors and prospects.
• Develop and implement donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and retention strategies that strengthen donor relationships and increase annual giving.
• Support and grow Food Lifeline's annual giving and sustainer programs through personalized donor engagement.
• Coordinate annual giving campaigns, including GiveBIG, Giving Tuesday, matching gift campaigns, direct mail, and other fundraising initiatives.
• Partner with the Annual Giving Manager, Marketing & Communications, and direct mail vendors to coordinate campaign schedules, reporting, and implementation.
• Create compelling donor communications, stewardship materials, acknowledgments, proposals, and solicitation messages.
• Maintain accurate donor records, moves management activity, and documentation in Raiser's Edge.
• Analyze fundraising results and donor engagement metrics to identify opportunities for growth and improved performance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support donor events, stewardship opportunities, and special fundraising initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with donors, volunteers, community partners, and
colleagues while representing Food Lifeline professionally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
• A commitment to Food Lifeline's mission and the ability to represent the
organization with professionalism, authenticity, and warmth.
• Excellent relationship-building skills that foster trust and long-term donor
engagement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive writing and donor-centered storytelling.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and project management abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinking, initiative, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency using CRM systems and fundraising data to guide donor strategy and measure success.
• A collaborative approach that values teamwork across Development, Marketing & Communications, and other departments.
Required Qualifications
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible fundraising experience with demonstrated success growing annual giving, sustainer, or mid-level giving
At Food Lifeline, we believe ending hunger requires strong partnerships, community
leadership, and a commitment to equity. We value lived experience and recognize it as an
important form of expertise. We strongly encourage candidates with lived experience
related to hunger, poverty, or the communities we serve to apply.
Work Environment & Expected Hours
This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position based in Seattle, Washington, with a
rethrough Friday during regular business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support fundraising events, donor meetings, and campaign activities. This position requires regular computer use and may occasionally require lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
programs.
• Proven experience managing donor portfolios and cultivating philanthropic support.
• Strong relationship management and donor stewardship experience.
• Experience coordinating fundraising campaigns and donor communications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience using fundraising metrics and move management strategies to achieve fundraising goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using donor database or CRM systems (Raiser's Edge/Blackbaud preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously.
Experience working in nonprofit organizations, food banking, or human services is preferred but not required.
At Food Lifeline, we believe ending hunger requires strong partnerships, community leadership, and a commitment to equity. We value lived experience and recognize it as an important form of expertise. We strongly encourage candidates with lived experience related to hunger, poverty, or the communities we serve to apply.
Work Environment & Expected Hours
This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position based in Seattle, Washington, with a requirement to work onsite at least three days each week. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support fundraising events, donor meetings, and campaign activities. This position requires regular computer use and may occasionally require lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $72,000–$90,000 annually (Full Salary Range)
Food Lifeline is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable compensation practices that support our mission to address hunger and its root causes. Placement within the salary range is based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and organizational compensation practices.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
· 100% Employer-paid medical coverage for employees and their children
· Dental and vision insurance
· Life, Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
· Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays, parental leave, and caregiver leave
· Professional development and learning opportunities
· Hybrid work schedule
Food Lifeline is committed to creating a workplace where everyone is welcomed, respected, and empowered to thrive. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and
identities that each team member brings to our organization and believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to serve our community.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds—including those with lived experience related to food insecurity, poverty, systemic inequities, or barriers to opportunity—to apply.
Food Lifeline is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Ready to Help End Hunger? Apply at Foodlifeline.org/careers
If you're excited about building meaningful donor relationships and advancing a mission that changes lives every day, we'd love to hear from you.
To be considered, please submit:
Resume
Cover Letter
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the position will remain open until filled.
Food Lifeline is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.