Regional Gift Planner (Illinois)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in AmericaChicago, Illinois, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted October 3, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, serving 3 million members across more than 8,600 congregations. It provides worship, spiritual guidance, community outreach, and charitable programs, operating with a national office staffed by approximately 400 employees.
Job Description
The Regional Gift Planner (RGP) will be responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and securing gifts from individuals in support of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). This role will work with synods, organizations, and ELCA-related institutions to expand fundraising networks and implement various gift-giving programs. The RGP will collaborate closely with other gift planners and diocesan leaders to drive fundraising success for ministries.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education.
- Experience in resource development, planned giving, financial/estate planning, sales, or related career.
- Commitment to fundraising and development best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and travel approximately 12 weeks.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
Benefits
- Employer paid health premiums
- Health and dependent care FSA
- Health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Life insurance
- 403b retirement plan with no match required
- Generous paid time-off policy