• Cultivate and solicit major gifts from individuals in the region • Develop new relationships and build a robust prospect pool, as well as retain and upgrade existing donors • Use a variety of solicitation tools, including events, meetings, calls, and online communication • Maintain strong internal relationships with various staff members in the national office • Play a leadership role in planning the annual regional conference and Luncheon • Plan regular development and fundraising trips for senior staff as needed • Work closely with the regional fundraising team to reach annual and cycle fundraising goals • Travel is expected up to 40% - 50% of the time including trips to Washington, DC • Perform other duties as assigned