OverviewLOFT Community Services invites nominations and applications for the role of Director, Transformational Giving. Reporting to the Vice President, Development, the Director will develop and implement LOFT’s transformational gift acquisition strategy, focusing on new business development and gifts of $250,000 and more from individuals, corporations, and foundations, while strengthening a culture of philanthropy across the organization. The Director will work closely with senior leadership, the Board of Directors, fundraising volunteers, donors, and community partners to deepen engagement and build long-term support for LOFT’s mission and impact. This role is well suited to a senior fundraising leader energized by relationship-building and current business development, and motivated by connecting philanthropy to meaningful community outcomes. The Director will create and oversee a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects, with a focus on gifts of $250,000 and above from individuals, corporations, and foundations. They will lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies, support the development of compelling cases for support, and help ensure donors experience a thoughtful, mission-aligned partnership with the organization. The Director will also contribute strategically to LOFT’s broader development vision by supporting innovation in donor engagement, strengthening fundraising infrastructure and processes, and identifying opportunities for long-term philanthropic growth. Working in collaboration with colleagues across the organization, the successful candidate will bring curiosity, sound judgment,



and a collaborative leadership style to an environment shaped by compassion, accountability, and service. Responsibilities- Develop and implement LOFT’s transformational gift acquisition strategy. - Build and manage a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects with focus on gifts of $250,000+ from individuals, corporations, and foundations. - Lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies; support the developmentof compelling cases for support. - Strengthen fundraising infrastructure and processes; contribute to LOFT’s broader development vision. - Collaborate with senior leadership, the Board, fundraising volunteers, donors, and community partners to deepen engagement and secure long-term support. - Provide leadership that reflects LOFT’s values of compassion, collaboration, and community, delivered with innovation and excellence. QualificationsAmong the qualifications: a deep commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and culturally responsive practices; experience leading major and transformational fundraising initiatives (including cultivation and solicitation of gifts at a minimum of $250,000 and ideally $1,000,000+); ability to build trusted relationships with donors, volunteers, senior leaders, and community partners; experience developing fundraising strategies, managing donor portfolios,



and translating organizational priorities into compelling philanthropic opportunities; a collaborative and adaptable leadership approach with sound judgment and accountability. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the nonprofit, healthcare, social services, or broader community impact sectors. SalaryThe expected salary range for this position is $100,341 – $126,982 CAD per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This posting reflects a newly created position within the organization. How to ApplyLOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. Applications are encouraged which indicate diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, gender identity and experience that reflects the clients and communities we serve. LOFT Community Services is partnering with BES Executive Search to ensure a pluralistic and intersectional range of candidates. Applicants are guided through what BES calls “The BES Experience”—a candidate-centered process that supports candidates throughout the search. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking HERE. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), applicants living with a disability will be provided with accommodation during the search process. To request accommodations, please email BES Executive Search Inc. does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Transformational Giving - C$100,341 - C$126,982 A Year (Mississauga)
🏢 Loft Community Services
📍 Mississauga