Development Director
Reports to: Camp Director
Location: Remote (with required summer residency in Lake Como, PA, from approximately June 1–August 25)
OVERVIEW
Perlman Camp is seeking a passionate, driven, and strategic Development Director to lead our fundraising and marketing efforts. This is a key leadership role responsible for increasing visibility, deepening stakeholder engagement, and generating vital revenue to support our mission. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker, relationship builder, and results-oriented strategist ready to help take our development efforts to the next level.
ABOUT PERLMAN CAMP
Formally, we are a residential generalist Jewish summer camp. Informally, we are a tight-knit, mission-driven community dedicated to shaping lives. Perlman Camp provides children with a safe, fun, and meaningful summer experience rooted in Jewish values. Our inclusive, family-like environment fosters personal growth, builds lifelong friendships, and strengthens Jewish identity.
Our mission is the foundation of everything we do—during the summer and throughout the year. At Perlman, we nurture respect, empower decision-making, cultivate new interests, and deepen campers’ connection to one another, culture, and tradition.
We work hard, we care deeply, and we have fun doing it. If you're looking to make an impact and be part of a values-driven team, we want to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising
- Develop and execute fundraising strategies to meet annual and long-term financial goals.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with donors (alumni, current families, community members), corporate sponsors, and foundations.
- Lead all aspects of grant writing and reporting; identify new funding opportunities.
- Plan and manage major fundraising campaigns (e.g., Giving Tuesday, Year-End Campaign), including communications, promotion, and tracking.
- Develop and lead a multi-year capital campaign plan and solicit key support.
- Maintain accurate donor records and timely acknowledgments using DonorPerfect CRM.
- Collaborate with the Finance Controller to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of funds raised and spent.
- Manage the annual fundraising budget and report performance to the Board quarterly.
- Grow recurring gift programs, including the Giving Tree Programand "A Camp That I Call Mine."
- Serve as staff liaison for the Perlman Camp Alumni Association and its volunteer committees (Young Families, Social Media, Reunion, International Relations, etc.).
- Lead the planning and execution of the Annual Summer Auction, engaging both alumni and current camp communities.
- Maintain and update all fundraising materials and donor engagement collateral.
Marketing, Communications, & Events
- Lead the creation and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across social, digital, and print platforms.
- Develop compelling content that highlights the camp’s mission and impact.
- Oversee the camp’s brand identity and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
- Manage the production of promotional materials, email newsletters, and website updates.
- Oversee the Perlman Canteen (online merchandise store), in collaboration with the alumni and social media committees.
SUMMER-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead promotion and communications for three flagship summer weekends: Kibbutz Weekend, Pio Day, Alumni Weekend, and Family Camp.
- Plan and manage the Alumni Weekend and Family Campin collaboration with the planning committee.
- Direct the Summer Auction’s promotion, logistics, item acquisition, and execution.
- Oversee hobbies involved in social media and marketing
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- A proactive team player who is creative, organized, detail-oriented, and fun to work with.
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
- Proficiency with social media and digital communications tools.
- Solid presentation, leadership, and engagement strategies.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, DonorPerfect (or similar CRM), and social media platforms.
- Experience managing budgets and supervising others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, development, or marketing.
- Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, grant writing, and campaign management.
- Experience working with donor databases (e.g., DonorPerfect, Salesforce).
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
- Creative mindset with an eye for detail and brand consistency.
- Excellent computer skills.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available
- Paid Jewish holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Dynamic, mission-driven team culture
- Summers spent in a beautiful camp setting in Lake Como, PA
READY TO APPLY?
If you’re excited about using your fundraising and marketing expertise to make a lasting impact on campers, families, and the broader Jewish community, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create life-changing summers—and a strong, sustainable future for Perlman Camp.