Development Manager

Development Manager The Development Manager is a strategic fundraising leader responsible for driving philanthropic growth through donor acquisition, cultivation, stewardship, and long-term relationship management across individual, corporate, foundation, and faith-based giving channels. This role requires a highly relational and results-oriented fundraiser who can build and execute development strategies that strengthen donor engagement, increase annual and recurring revenue, and expand mission-aligned partnerships that directly support the work of Bonton Farms. The Development Manager will own a qualified donor portfolio, develop and advance funding opportunities, lead donor engagement strategy, support campaign execution, and partner across departments to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities. This position plays a critical role in helping Bonton Farms grow sustainable contributed revenue and deepen external engagement with supporters who believe in transformational community impact. The Development Manager will also provide direct leadership to development support staff, including oversight of donor coordination, volunteer engagement support, and stewardship execution. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of the Dallas philanthropic landscape, including knowledge of key funding networks, donor communities, corporate giving priorities, faith-based giving culture, and relationship pathways that influence charitable investment across the region. This role requires a development professional who can strategically identify opportunities, navigate existing philanthropic ecosystems, and position Bonton Farms effectively within conversations that lead to long-term partnership and financial support. The Development Manager should be comfortable leveraging existing relationships, building new connections, and developing thoughtful engagement strategies that increase Bonton Farms' visibility and credibility within the broader philanthropic community.

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