Development Director (Volunteer Position)
JaxPlays is a nonprofit news organization dedicated to preserving the past, promoting the present and propelling the future of live theatre in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. We provide comprehensive coverage of local productions and reviews, maintain a central calendar, and spotlight the artists and stories shaping the region’s theatre scene. Our mission is to offer a deeper, more connected understanding of local theatre while promoting its continued growth and visibility.
We are seeking an experienced and mission-driven individual to serve as Development Director. This is a volunteer leadership position with the opportunity to build and lead the organization’s fundraising strategy from the ground up.
About the Role
The Development Director will be responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising plan to support the growth and sustainability of JaxPlays. This includes grant writing, donor cultivation, sponsorship development and campaign planning. The role also includes overseeing planned and annual giving programs, managing budgets related to fundraising, and ensuring revenue targets are met.
The Development Director will engage directly with individual donors, funding organizations and community partners. They will also chair the fundraising committee and be invited to serve as a voting member of the JaxPlays Board of Directors.
Key Responsibilities
- Commit approximately 10 hours per week to the role
- Develop and implement a long-term fundraising strategy
- Research and write grant proposals
- Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors and funding partners
- Lead fundraising campaigns and sponsorship outreach
- Establish and chair the fundraising committee
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and board to align development efforts with strategic goals
What We Offer
- A leadership role in a growing nonprofit arts organization
- A seat on the Board of Directors
- Full access to organizational planning and financial information
- Opportunity to transition into a paid position as funding allows
This role is ideal for someone with experience in nonprofit development, grant writing or fundraising strategy — especially those with a passion for local theatre, arts and journalism.
To express interest or recommend a candidate, please contact us at resumes@jaxplays.org with your resume attached and/or a link to your LinkedIn profile.