Summary
Description
Who We Are
Housed, Working and Healthy (HWH) is community focused 501(c)(3) organization located in central
Denver, Colorado. We support individuals experiencing homelessness achieve self-sufficiency by
providing employment training, mental health and housing navigation support. We believe every
person can become housed, working, and healthy through holistic, long-term support. HWH works with
local agencies that refer clients to our free, three-month culinary training program delivered in our
commercial kitchen.
The Role
The Director of Development and Marketing serves as a dynamic and strategic leader overseeing the
design and implementation of comprehensive fundraising strategies and impactful communication
plans. As a relationship-centric role this person will contribute to our fun and authentic environment
during a time of significant growth. This role’s focus will be on diversifying and growing HWH’s
connections and support through inspiring content and expanded funding streams.
Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Development and Marketing is responsible
for cultivating and leading a high-performing team while fostering a culture of philanthropy throughout
the organization, furthering its mission. The ideal candidate will be committed to our organization's
mission and values, with a 2026 organizational budget of $2.3M, of which $1.26M comes from
fundraising.
Fundraising
● Develop a comprehensive annual fundraising plan, inclusive of short and long term strategies
and goals aligned with organizational objectives
● Co-lead a $4.3M capital campaign, with direct responsibility for the $700k individual giving goal;
will partner with the Executive Director on prospect strategy and donor engagement.
● Provide thought-leadership to the Executive Director on grant prospecting and management
● Cultivate, solicit and steward major corporate, foundation, and individual donors.
● Plan and execute annual appreciation event, fundraising gala and donor recognition program.
● Provide leadership and direction as the staff liaison for the Board’s Development Committee
and lead the Board of Director’s annual fundraising goals
● Execute individual giving campaigns throughout the year.
● Monitor, track and report on all donations, contributions, and fundraising progress (revenue and
forecasting).
Communication/Engagement
● Deliver clear and compelling content to donors, supporters, and potential supporters.
● Work with vendors and staff to ensure branding and marketing is consistent for all outward
facing communications of the agency.
● Maintain web strategy and support website updates.
● Use data to drive decisions for marketing strategies including donor engagement.
● Cultivate stories and images to help reinforce the HWH mission and impact.
Supervision & Staff Development
● Hire, orient and supervise Marketing contract staff to grow awareness and support fundraising
goals.
● Provide effective ongoing feedback, coaching and annual reviews.
Organizational Leadership
● Serve as an active member of the leadership team.
● Promote a positive culture, build relationships across the organization, initiate organizational
improvements when appropriate, and actively promote the mission.
● Oversee the creation and management of the development and communications budget.
● Support the diversity, equity and inclusion efforts of the organization through marketing and
communications materials.
Who You Are
● You are a purpose-driven professional motivated by helping marginalized people facing systemic
barriers.
● You enjoy seamlessly moving between strategy development and execution.
● You love both digging into the data and collaborating across departments to achieve results.
● You thrive in fast-paced environments where turning big ideas into bigger wins is the name of
the game.
● You excel at linking the mission to unique motivations, allowing you to easily build relationships
and inspire action across diverse stakeholders
● Your leadership thrives on the power of listening and learning every step of the way.
● You enjoy building a culture of fundraising across the staff and board, encouraging
collaboration, communication and investment.
Preferred Qualifications
● 5+ years of experience in development and fundraising with a proven track record of achieving
fundraising goals of $500k/year in individual giving.
● Experience creating strategic fundraising plans that meet and exceed targets.
● Experience in soliciting corporate, foundation, and individual major gifts.
● Well networked with a strong understanding of the Colorado fundraising landscape and funder
priorities.
● A background in formulating communications strategies and implementation plans.
● Experience facilitating a culture of giving guiding leadership, the board, program staff and
donors in making connections with new donors and prospects.
● Proven financial management and analytical skills, planning and managing budgets.
● Knowledge of software and systems for both fundraising and communications including but not
limited to: CRM systems, Bloomerang, Hootsuite, WordPress and social media best practices.
What We Can Offer You
● Hiring range of: $95,000 – $105,000
● Hybrid scheduling up to 40% work-from-home / remote
● PTO accrual starting Day 1
● 10 paid holidays (minimum)
● 401k retirement plan with 5% employer contribution (not match) starting Day 1.
● Comprehensive insurance reimbursement including health, dental and vision at 100% individual
premium.
● Mental Health and Wellness Support
● Commitment to Professional Development
Application Instructions
This position is being managed by Brittny Wilson Consulting, a trusted recruitment partner.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to upload their resume and a cover letter summarizing
interest in the position and relevant skills/experience here:
https://bit.ly/HWHDevPositionApplication
The application deadline is January 22, 2026. No phone calls, please.
