Description
REPORTS TO: Advancement Director
STATUS: Full-Time; Exempt/Benefit Eligible
START DATE: July 2026
HOURS: 40 Hours per week (12 Months/Year Round)
Overview:
LCA hires staff who care about the spiritual and academic growth of our students, who maintain high academic standards, and who love Christ and live by biblical principles. LCA has a close-knit staff and faculty who join together for prayer, biblical worldview training, celebrations, and staff development.
As a LCA employee, it is essential and foundational to understand, live out, and agree wholeheartedly with Legacy’s Statement of Faith, Social Stances, Core Values, and the Profile of a Legacy Employee.
The Annual Fund and Database Manager leads and grows Legacy Christian Academy’s annual giving program, The Legacy Fund. This position develops and executes a year-round fundraising strategy that builds donor engagement, increases participation, and strengthens philanthropic support for the mission of Legacy Christian Academy. The role also provides critical database management, donor analytics, reporting, and advancement operations support to the Advancement Office.
Job Requirements
- Develop, manage, and implement a comprehensive annual fundraising plan for The Legacy Fund, including measurable goals, timelines, and strategies.
- Assist in communicating the mission, vision, and impact of Legacy Christian Academy through compelling donor-centered storytelling.
- Assist in planning and executing annual fundraising events, donor receptions, and engagement activities connected to The Legacy Fund.
- Build meaningful relationships with current and prospective donors through consistent communication, stewardship, and appreciation efforts
- Support Advancement team initiatives and comprehensive campaign efforts as needed.
Qualifications:
- Possesses a strong Christian faith with a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and demonstrates Christ-centered character, integrity, and servant leadership. Actively supports the school’s Statement of Faith and mission.
- Demonstrated expertise in database management, data accuracy, and maintaining confidentiality.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive fundraising effectiveness.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Proactive, forward-thinking, and solution-oriented mindset.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with administration, faculty, staff, volunteers, and donors.
- Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2–5 years of experience in fundraising, advancement, nonprofit development, donor relations, or database management preferred.
- Computer and software experience preferred: Blackbaud NXT, FACTS, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, donor databases/CRM systems.
Skills Required
- Strong Christian faith and agreement with the school's Statement of Faith and mission
- Demonstrated expertise in database management, data accuracy, and confidentiality
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills using data to drive fundraising effectiveness
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
- Proactive, forward-thinking, and solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to collaborate effectively with administration, faculty, staff, volunteers, and donors
- Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2-5 years experience in fundraising, advancement, nonprofit development, donor relations, or database management
- Computer and software experience (Blackbaud NXT, FACTS, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, donor databases/CRM)
What We Do
Legacy Christian Academy is an exemplary Christian K-12 college preparatory school committed to providing a comprehensive, rigorous, and well-rounded preparatory education. The academy focuses on academic excellence and the development of Christian character, aiming to equip students with critical thinking skills and a passion to serve others within a safe, family-oriented, and distinctly Christian learning environment.
