About this opportunity
Think Round, Inc. lists this Development Committee Chair opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Development Committee Chair
Volunteer Board Leadership Position
Help Build the Future of Think Round
Think Round, Inc. is a San Francisco-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to cultivate the fullest potential of home and family through art and science.
Our guiding code of ethics is simple:
Earth is home. Humans are family.
Through art, science, education, and technology, Think Round is advancing two interconnected long-term initiatives:
The Paradise Project — an international portrait series celebrating the diversity, beauty, and interconnectedness of the human family.
The Center for the Human Family — an innovative virtual and future physical center dedicated to preventing and healing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), strengthening families, fostering environmental stewardship, and building understanding across cultures, faiths, and generations.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and visionary Development Committee Chair to join our Board of Directors and help guide Think Round's long-term development, fundraising, and philanthropic strategy.
Position Overview
The Development Committee Chair works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to strengthen Think Round's long-term financial sustainability through strategic planning, relationship building, donor development, and philanthropic leadership.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting people with meaningful causes and helping organizations build the resources needed to fulfill ambitious, long-term missions.
Primary Responsibilities
Chair the Board's Development Committee.
Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and implement an annual Development Plan.
Help identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners.
Assist in developing strategies for:
Annual Giving
Major Gifts
Foundation Grants
Corporate Sponsorships
Planned Giving
Future Capital Campaigns
Encourage and support Board participation in fundraising, donor stewardship, and community engagement.
Review fundraising progress and recommend strategies that diversify and strengthen Think Round's long-term financial sustainability.
Serve as an ambassador for Think Round by introducing prospective supporters, advisors, collaborators, and community partners.
Help foster a culture of philanthropy grounded in Think Round's mission, values, and long-term vision.
Preferred Qualifications
We welcome applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Nonprofit Development
Fundraising
Philanthropy
Foundation or Corporate Giving
Business Development
Marketing & Communications
Strategic Planning
Relationship Management
Board Leadership
Community Partnerships
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, thinking strategically, and helping organizations grow their capacity to make a lasting difference.
Time Commitment
Approximately 4–8 hours per month , including:
Board Meetings
Development Committee Meetings
Occasional donor cultivation activities
Strategic planning sessions
Meetings are held primarily via Zoom.
Why Join Think Round?
Think Round is entering one of the most exciting periods in its history.
Five of the seven installations of The Paradise Project have now been completed. An international volunteer community is helping build the Virtual Center for the Human Family , while plans continue for a future physical Center dedicated to education, healing, environmental stewardship, and celebrating our shared humanity.
As Development Committee Chair, you will help shape the future of an organization working to strengthen homes, families, communities, and our relationship with the Earth through art, science, education, and collaboration.
If you are inspired by visionary ideas, collaborative leadership, and creating lasting social impact, we would be delighted to welcome you to Think Round's Board of Directors.
About Think Round
Mission
To cultivate the fullest potential of home and family through art and science.
Guiding Code of Ethics
Earth is home. Humans are family.
Think Round, Inc. welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, faith traditions, professions, and lived experiences. We believe our diversity strengthens our ability to serve the human family.
Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
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