PRC is seeking candidates for the role of Vice President of Advancement. The Vice President of Advancement is a pivotal role as the leader of the fundraising, marketing, and community engagement functions of the organization.
This is a full-time position and is officed on PRC’s Wheaton Campus. The position oversees the work of a team of six (6) professionals. The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $145,000.
BENEFITS
PRC offers a generous compensation and benefits package to our benefit eligible employees including:
- Medical insurance – HMO, PPO (90% Employer paid)
- Dental insurance – PPO (80% Employer paid)
- Short Term Disability & Life insurance (100% Employer paid)
- Flexible Spending Account participation
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan and 3% company match
- 18 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) - 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays
Some of the core responsibilities of the role include:
- Lead and oversee the overall fundraising strategy of PRC including annual fund, major gifts, mailed and electronic appeals, planned giving, special events, grants, and capital campaigns
- Manage a small portfolio of individual donors
- Plan and oversee the execution of all fundraising strategy
- Oversee a comprehensive community relationship strategy to meet PRC’s strategic objectives, increase PRC visibility throughout the community and to develop relationships to further its mission
- Oversee planning for special events that achieve PRC’s development and marketing goals
- Function as a member of the Senior Leadership team, ensuring collaboration and a full understanding of the relationship between departments and teams
To see the full position description and list of qualifications, please visit our website at: https://www.peoplesrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/VP-of-Advancement-Position-Guide-FINAL.pdf
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
People's Resource Center (PRC) is a nonprofit, social service organization founded in 1975 by community members looking to help neighbors who were facing financial hardship. Inspired by social justice heroes like Martin Luther King, Jr., Dorothy Day and Jane Addams, founders Dorothy McIntyre, Father Tom Peyton and a group of volunteers sought to do more than start a local food pantry.
With a team of over 2300 volunteers supported by 48 employees, PRC offers free emergency needs assistance and educational programming. Our emergency and basic needs services include food assistance, clothing, financial assistance, homeless prevention services, and referrals for medical and dental care. Job search assistance, adult basic education and literacy, computer training and access, and art enrichment equip individuals with the tools and resources they need to build stronger futures.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please send your cover letter, resume and minimum salary requirements to: resumes@peoplesrc.org
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
No phone calls, no faxes please. People’s Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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