Philanthropy Director

The Philanthropy Director is responsible for assisting the CEO in developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the mission and long-term sustainability of the organization. This role leads to major gift cultivation, donor stewardship, planned giving, and foundation and corporate partnership development.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan to grow philanthropic revenue.
• Lead major gifts, annual giving, planned to give, and capital campaign efforts.
• Identify new revenue opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission and goals.

Donor Relations & Stewardship

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Oversee donor recognition and stewardship programs to maintain high donor engagement.
• Prepare impact reports and coordinate donor events.

Grant Management

• Identify prospective grants and oversee the grant proposal and reporting process.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure accurate and timely submissions.

Team Leadership

• Assist CEO in building a culture of philanthropy within the organization by collaborating with board members and leadership.

Communications & Reporting

• Work with marketing and communications teams to align messaging with fundraising goals.
• Report regularly to CEO and Board on fundraising performance and donor pipeline.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE certification preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, including major gifts.
• Proven success in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fundraising software (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Donor Perfect).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

Preferred Skills:

• Passion for the organization’s mission.
• Experience with capital campaigns or endowment building.
• Knowledge of IRS regulations and ethical fundraising standards.