Who We Are
Beaver Brook Association Beaver Brook Association (BBA) is a nonprofit environmental education and conservation organization dedicated to inspiring appreciation and stewardship of the natural world. Spanning over 2,200 acres of protected land, BBA provides miles of scenic trails, hands-on educational programs, and community engagement opportunities that connect people of all ages with nature. With a rich history of environmental leadership, BBA fosters a deep commitment to conservation, sustainability, and outdoor learning. As we continue to expand our impact, we are seeking a dedicated Development Director to help strengthen our fundraising efforts and ensure the long-term success of our mission.
Annual donor support at Beaver Brook is strong and has been steadily growing, even without a dedicated development person on staff. With the launching of the Transforming Beaver Brook capital campaign in 2024, it is clear that this support is critical to continue the cultivation and stewardship of BBA’s incredible donor base.
Our vision is for this new position to oversee the individual fundraising activities at BBA, including the annual appeal campaign, stewardship of major donors, drafting of fundraising materials, and working collaboratively with BBA board and staff to identify fundraising needs and create and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
Position Overview
The Development Director is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing and executing the fundraising strategies of Beaver Brook. This role is essential to ensuring the financial sustainability of the organization through donor stewardship, annual fundraising campaigns, capital campaign management, and fundraising event support. The Development Director will work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to drive fundraising efforts, strengthen donor relationships, and enhance BBA’s visibility and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Relationship Management & Stewardship
Annual Fundraising
Capital Campaign Oversight
Fundraising Event Coordination
Strategic Planning & Collaboration
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Working Conditions
To Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of professional references to Lindsay Jones, Executive Director, at ljones@bbanature.org. In your cover letter, include a description of your experience in nonprofit development and why you are passionate about contributing to the mission of BBA.
Beaver Brook Association is an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon age, ethnicity, ancestry, gender, national origin, disability, race, size, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or any other status prohibited byapplicable law.
Who We Are
Beaver Brook Association Beaver Brook Association (BBA) is a nonprofit environmental education and conservation organization dedicated to inspiring appreciation and stewardship of the natural world. Spanning over 2,200 acres of protected land, BBA provides miles of scenic trails, hands-on educational programs, and community engagement opportunities that connect people of all ages with nature. With a rich history of environmental leadership, BBA fosters a deep commitment to conservation, sustainability, and outdoor learning. As we continue to expand our impact, we are seeking a dedicated Development Director to help strengthen our fundraising efforts and ensure the long-term success of our mission.
Annual donor support at Beaver Brook is strong and has been steadily growing, even without a dedicated development person on staff. With the launching of the Transforming Beaver Brook capital campaign in 2024, it is clear that this…
Please send a cover letter and resume to Lindsay Jones, Executive Director at ljones@bbanature.org
Please send a cover letter and resume to Lindsay Jones, Executive Director at ljones@bbanature.org