Lets Change the World

Many say itfew actually do it.

At Newman Ministry, were on a mission to help every student feel needed and known, and to build real Catholic community across the country. We do this through three unique brands:

Newman Connection A nonprofit connecting Catholic high school seniors to campus ministries, activating dioceses and donors to reach the next generation.

Called A SaaS platform empowering ministry leaders to grow discipleship and community.

Newman Student Housing Fund A mission-driven developer creating Inspired Living student housing near public campuses.

Together, were building a faith-filled future for the Churchand we need leaders ready to step into the arena.

What Youll Do:

Were launching a bold development campaign to grow Newman Connection's impact and donor base across the U.S.starting in Dallas.

Youll be the tip of the spear: part connector, part fundraiser, part evangelist.

This isnt a desk job. Its a builders seat.

Were looking for someone who knows how to open doors, get meetings, create buzz, and close gifts. Someone who can rally a crowd, energize stakeholders, and put our mission on the mapin Texas and across the country.

If youve ever said, Just give me the opportunityIll make it happen, this might be your shot.

You Will:

• Be a relentless relationship-builder. Cultivate donors, dioceses, schools, and Catholic leadersstarting in Dallas and expanding nationally.
  
• Drive donor growth. Plan and execute outreach campaigns, intimate events, and activations that energize supporters and bring in recurring and major gifts.
• Help lead a national giving strategy. Work with leadership to design and execute plans that drive recurring and major gift growth nationwide.
• Collaborate on donor campaigns and storytelling. Partner with marketing to craft donor journeys and high-impact narratives that inspire support and build momentum.
• Own your pipeline. Manage your prospects, track key metrics, and report on wins. Youre responsible for building momentum and closing gifts.
• Champion our mission in key spaces. Attend Catholic events, conferences, and gatherings to build relationships, open doors, and amplify Newman Connections impact.
• Roll up your sleeves and get in the field. Youll thrive on personal connectionhosting gatherings, meeting people where they are, and sparking movement from the ground up.
• Take ownership of development initiatives. Lead with an entrepreneurial mindset to build the systems, processes, and relationships that ensure long-term success and operational excellence.
• Be a visionary builder. Drive innovation by developing creative strategies, piloting bold initiatives, and scaling Newman Connections impact on a national level.
• Collaborate across teams to amplify impact. Work with marketing, program leaders, and leadership to align messaging, campaigns, and donor experiences.
• Create buzz and make noise. Youll be out in the community, stirring excitement and bringing people into the mission.
• Hunt and secure grant funding. You will lead the charge on identifying, writing, and winning grants that align with our mission. From research to application to reporting, you will own the process and drive results. You will ensure we capture funding opportunities that fuel our national growth.
• Be a passionate ambassador for the Catholic mission we serverallying supporters and building momentum.
  
  

What You Need To Get the Job Done:

• 37 years of proven success in development, sales, donor relations, or high-level community engagementyou know how to build and close.
• Experience building relationships and closing gifts in the $1K$25K range
• Entrepreneurial energyyou dont wait to be told, you make it happen.
• A commanding presenceyou can own a boardroom, inspire a crowd, or lead a one-on-one coffee with ease.
• Relentless driveyou embrace the hustle, thrive on momentum, and never back down from the grind.
• Tech-savvy and organizedyou know your way around CRMs and fundraising platforms (we use HubSpot + Classy) and keep your pipeline tight.
• Willingness to travel and attend national events
• Strong social network and confidence navigating the Catholic world

What Will Make Us REALLY Love You:

• Youve built or scaled a fundraising program before and arent afraid to do it again.
• Youve worked in political fundraising, campus ministry, diocesan development, or Catholic media
• Youve led a campaign, rally, or activation that got results.
• You have a marketers instinct and a natural gift for networkingyoure a connector who gets people excited to give.
• Youre coachable, but also willing to lead and figure things out on your own
• Youre bilingual or culturally connected to diverse Catholic communities

What Youll Love About Us:

• Mission That Matters Work that changes lives and shapes the Churchs future
• 100% Remote Work Environment Dallas preferred, flexibility available
• Technology Set Up Company MacBook and a stipend for tools to help you succeed.
• Great Company Culture We are a team. We work as one. We act as one.
• Work that Stays at Work Genuine work/life balance.
• Rest and Relaxation Generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays plus company-wide closure from Christmas to New Year.
• Health Benefits Comprehensive health coverage because healthy people = happy people.
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer--M/F/D/V

Newman Ministry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment at Newman Ministry without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

Because our team members are trusted to handle sensitive information, we require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired.