Director of Development, National Capital Region Chapter

Blue Star Families

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$87,000–$120,000/yr

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About Blue Star Families:

  • Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit dedicated to making military life better for families, supporting over 1.5 million members annually.
  • We deliver evidence-based, data-driven solutions to address unique challenges like relocations, deployments, and career disruption.
  • Our mission is to make military life awesome for families through collaboration and human-centered design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Executive Director in local fundraising strategy to meet or exceed chapter revenue goals of at least $100,000 annually.
  • Build and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, cultivating them through the full donor lifecycle toward solicitation.
  • Support grant writing, donor events, and represent Blue Star Families at community events to elevate mission visibility.

Who We're Looking For:

  • Bold thinkers, fast movers, and smart collaborators who want to drive measurable change.
  • Candidates with 7+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience and a proven track record in individual giving, corporate sponsorships, or grant writing.
  • Self-starters able to work independently and collaboratively, with strong relationship-building skills.

Why Join Blue Star Families:

  • Enjoy virtual/remote work flexibility within the DC Metro area, with travel for offsites and events.
  • Benefit from career growth opportunities, excellent benefits including 403(b) matching, and a mission-driven culture.
  • Make a direct impact on the lives of military and veteran families nationwide.

Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit dedicated to making military life better for families, supporting over 1.5 million military- and veteran-connected family members annually. The organization has a collaborative, human-centered culture and operates as a remote-first, high-performance environment.

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