United Christian Academy (UCA) seeks a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as its Director of Donor Development. Founded in 1978, UCA is an accredited, college-preparatory school located in Rancho Cucamonga, California. As an independent, nondenominational school, UCA serves approximately 900 students in grades K–12 from Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, and the surrounding Inland Empire communities. UCA’s mission is to educate students by integrating academic excellence with a Christian worldview, equipping them to impact their world for Christ. The school challenges students to grow academically, physically, socially, and spiritually through a wide range of opportunities, including AP and Honors courses, clubs, athletics, retreats, arts programs, Bible studies, and missions experiences. Through this holistic approach, UCA seeks to develop critical thinkers, effective communicators, responsible citizens, and maturing Christians.
The Director of Donor Development will report to the Superintendent and play a key leadership role in strengthening the school’s culture of generosity and advancing its long-term mission. This leader will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive advancement strategy that builds meaningful relationships with donors, parents, alumni, and community partners. Working closely with school leadership and the Board of Trustees, the Director will cultivate and steward philanthropic support for annual giving, strategic initiatives, and future priorities. The ideal candidate will be a relational and mission-aligned leader who can clearly communicate UCA’s vision, inspire generosity, and help position the school for continued growth and impact.
We purpose to know Christ and to become like Him. We seek Christ’s preeminence in all things.
Productive life changes (transformation) is the goal of our education. We help students discover their life’s purpose and equip them to fulfill it with excellence.
We love one another as Christ first loved us. We delight in God’s grace, extend it to others, and foster its growth.
Our teaching is in harmony with Scripture. We prepare students for college, career, life, and eternity.
Review the Opportunity Profile to learn more about this remarkable school and consider if you or someone you know would be a great fit for this role.
