Board Member – Fundraising & Development (Voting Director)

Bloom Again Foundation believes that economically vulnerable working women should have the same opportunity to heal from a medical challenge as do their wealthier counterparts. As an all volunteer grassroots organization, we are focused on identifying women in need and providing support for rent, food, utilities and transportation to and from medical appointments. It achieves this mission in an efficient and economically reasonably way by partnering with well-established social services agencies and care providers in the community to identify women who meet our criteria for funding. That criteria includes (1) being employed for the past two years; (2)currently living at or near the poverty level; (3) having received an acute recent diagnosis that requires the woman to miss work and lose income; (3) having no other sources of financial income; and (4) intends to return to work as soon as medically advisable. Once approved as a partner, designated individuals may apply for a grant on behalf of a woman in need. Within 24 hours of grant application, the Board makes a decision and remittance for approved applications are sent directly to landlords, utility companies, or in the form of food cards. Our system ensures the women are appropriately vetted at the partner level and their needs are met in a timely fashion. Board Members are responsible for fundraising and friendraising to ensure grant funding is available when needed. In over 15 years no woman meeting the criteria for funding has been denied a grant.,OverviewThe Board Member – Fundraising & Development serves as a voting member of the Bloom Again Foundation Board of Directors and provides strategic leadership and oversight related to fundraising strategy, donor engagement, resource development, and revenue sustainability.This role strengthens the Board’s governance capacity by supporting diversified funding streams, cultivating donor relationships, and ensuring ethical and compliant fundraising practices aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic plan.This is a volunteer governance position. The Fundraising & Development Board Member does not function as staff development personnel but provides high-level strategic guidance, accountability oversight, and partnership in advancing revenue growth.Role PurposeTo advance Bloom Again’s financial sustainability by strengthening fundraising strategy, donor stewardship, and long-term resource development infrastructure.Core Governance ResponsibilitiesUphold fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and obedience.Participate in board votes and strategic deliberations.Actively engage in fundraising and donor cultivation efforts.Serve as an ambassador for the organization in the community.Meet and model the annual 'Give or Get' contribution requirement.Primary Fundraising & Development Responsibilities1. Fundraising Strategy & PlanningAdvise on the development of an annual fundraising plan aligned with the strategic plan.Support identification of diversified revenue streams including individual giving, grants, corporate partnerships, and events.Assist in setting realistic revenue goals and key performance indicators (KPIs).Donor Cultivation & StewardshipSupport cultivation and stewardship of major donors and corporate partners.Leverage personal and professional networks to expand donor pipelines.Participate in donor meetings, cultivation events, and follow-up engagement.Advise on donor recognition and acknowledgment practices.Grant Development & Institutional FundingProvide strategic input on grant positioning and funding alignment.Support identification of prospective foundation and corporate funders.Review grant proposals at a high level for strategic alignment and impact framing.Fundraising Compliance & AccountabilityEnsure fundraising practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations.Advise on transparency and reporting standards for donor communications.Support oversight of fundraising-related reporting to ensure accuracy and accountability.Development Infrastructure & Capacity BuildingAdvise on development systems, donor tracking, and CRM processes.Support establishment of fundraising policies and procedures.Assist in evaluating return on investment (ROI) for fundraising initiatives.CollaborationThe Board Member – Fundraising & Development collaborates closely with the Co-Presidents, Treasurer, Governance Chair, and Executive Director (upon appointment). Fundraising strategy updates and revenue performance metrics are incorporated into quarterly board reporting and annual planning discussions.QualificationsExperience in fundraising, development strategy, philanthropy, or nonprofit revenue growth.Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, grant development, or corporate partnerships.Understanding of nonprofit financial sustainability and ethical fundraising standards.Strong relationship-building and communication skills.Commitment to mission-driven leadership and community impact.Term of ServiceStandard board term of 2–3 years, renewable upon board approval, as defined in the Bylaws.Expected time commitment 6–10 hours per month, including meetings, preparation, and donor engagement.Performance & AccountabilityEvaluated annually as part of the Board’s self-assessment process.Expected to actively contribute to fundraising growth and board engagement.Support measurable revenue goals aligned with Bloom Again’s sustainability plan.Strategic Plan Alignment (2025–2028)Goal 2 Build Board Capacity and Operational InfrastructureGoal 4 Increase Sustainable Funding