We are currently hiring a Development Specialist to join the Catalpa Foundation team. We are looking for compassionate, mission-driven professional to join our team. 

The Development Specialist will be working with the Catalpa Foundation.  The Catalpa Foundation was established to ensure that every child in our community has access to the mental health care they need to thrive. We raise the necessary funds to empower Catalpa Health to provide life-changing mental health services to children and families in the Greater Fox Valley Region.

Who We Are

Catalpa Health is a pediatric mental health non-profit organization serving over 7,800 children in the Fox Valley  annually. Our team members work diligently to meet the needs of our clients, offering families the support they need at the right time, close to home. Our vision to inspire hope and provide world-class mental health care is our driving force and is realized each day through the actions of our team members. 

Why Choose Catalpa Health?

Building a supportive work environment is at the heart of our values. One way of expressing that support is by providing a comprehensive whole-person benefits plan. We believe in providing resources to our team members to support them in all stages of their life’s journey.

Benefits of working at Catalpa Health:

• Competitive pay 
• Multiple health insurance plans offering both FSA and HSA pre-tax savings
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Short & Long-term disability
• Retirement plan with generous company match
• Dependent Care Saving Plan
• Paid Time Off, plus 9 paid holidays each year (Full time employees earn up to 3 weeks in your first year of employment)
• Up to $1500 for Professional development and continuing education annually
• Wellness program providing additional resources to help our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance

Position Description:

• Track, research and submit grant proposals and reports to foundations, corporations, and government entities.
• Respond to donor inquiries with accurate and timely information; secure donor gifts, and provide donors with relevant materials.
• Oversee and manage the fundraising database and tracking system.
• Develop donor communications, including but not limited to newsletters and donor acknowledgment letters.
• Organize and coordinate the activities of volunteers and committees/boards engaged in fundraising activities, as appropriate.
• Support project management for fundraising events.

Skills and Abilities:

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Thorough understanding of applicable ethical codes and standards.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in non-profit management or related field. 
• At least 2 years of relevant experience with grant writing.
• Experience with donor database management Raisers Edge software. 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and contact information at our Catalpa Health Career page at  https://catalpahealth.org/careers/  or send electronically or by mail to:

Jennifer Neuville, Human Resources Manager

Address:  4635 West College Avenue Appleton, WI  54914

Jennifer.Neuville@catalpahealth.org

Catalpa Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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