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Major Gift Officer

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Job Description - Major Gift Officer

Lifehouse is hiring a Major Gift Officer whose primary responsibility is to secure major philanthropic support for our mission. This role focuses on cultivating relationships, directly soliciting major gifts, and growing sustainable fundraising revenue to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

What you will do:

  • Personally solicit and secure major gifts from individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
  • Build and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects with clear revenue goals.
  • Develop and execute donor strategies that lead to closed gifts and increased giving.
  • Conduct in person, virtual, and written fundraising asks.
  • Partner with the CEO and leadership team on donor strategy and high-level solicitations.
  • Track pipeline activity, revenue progress, and donor engagement in the CRM.

Why you would want to join us:

  • An opportunity to build and lead the major gifts function.
  • Be a part of a great team working toward the integration of people with disabilities in the community.
  • Join a successful nonprofit committed to respect and trust.
  • Competitive pay.
  • Great benefits, including medical, employer funded HRA, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, EAP, FSA, 401(k) with employer match, pet insurance, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

What you will bring:

  • 5+ years of experience directly soliciting major gifts.
  • Proven success closing six figure gifts.
  • Confidence and comfort asking for money and discussing philanthropic investments.
  • Strong relationship building and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and drive results.
  • Commitment to Lifehouse’s mission and values.

What are you waiting for?  Apply today! Join us today and make a difference!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $127,000 if annualized

Work Location: In person, San Rafael CA

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
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