Director of Development, National Capital Region Chapter

bluestarfamilies · Hybrid within Washington D.C. Metro area · Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Job Title: Director of Development, National Capital Region Chapter Department: Chapter Impact Location: Remote/Virtual, within the DC Metro area Reports to: Chapter Executive Director Direct Reports: None Classification: Exempt Position type: Full-Time Employee Anticipated Pay Range at Commencement of Employment: $87,000 - 120,000 per year   Blue Star Families Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit dedicated to making military life better for families. Each year, we support over 1.5 million military- and veteran-connected family members through a national network of 450,000+ members and local chapters in communities across the country. Our mission is simple and bold: We make military life awesome for families.  We listen, share, partner, and act to deliver evidence-based, data-driven solutions that work for real people. We’re a lifestyle organization, a friend and neighbor, and a trusted partner. Our approach is collaborative, human-centered, and designed with the whole family in mind. A Blue Star Family is one with an immediate family member — a spouse, parent, or child — actively serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Guard and Reserves. These families face unique challenges: frequent relocations, deployments, career disruption, and isolation. We respond with research-informed programs that create connection, build resilience, and foster a true sense of belonging. We serve with urgency but build trust over time — because change happens at the speed of trust. Whether we’re driving spouse employment, supporting caregivers, or helping communities welcome military families, we strive for upstream solutions. Who We’re Looking For: <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bold thinkers. Fast movers. Smart collaborators. People who want to build, lead, and drive measurable change — and who care deeply about making an impact that matters.</li> </ul> What You’ll Do Here: <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Solve complex challenges with data, heart, and humility</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Build cross-sector partnerships that get things done</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Help military families feel at home wherever they live</li> </ul> If you're ready to work in a high-performance, mission-driven environment — and to make life better for those who serve — Blue Star Families is where you belong.   General Description The Director, Development for the National Capital Region “Flagship” Chapter is responsible for assisting in  local fundraising efforts, cultivating donor relationships, and supporting the development of strategic partnerships to support the chapter’s financial sustainability and growth. This role partners closely with the Chapter Executive Director and the national Development team to align local fundraising strategies with Blue Star Families’ mission and organizational goals. The Director will steward a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors and supp

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