Director of Major and Planned Giving Job at United Way (Savoy)

Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the HCC Foundation, Inc.

Under the general supervision of the President of the College, the VPIA leads fu...

Location

United States , Holyoke

Salary:

159423.95 - 193963.61 USD / Year

Holyoke Community College

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s Degree in a related area and a minimum of five years of progressive experience in fundraising
A proven track record of success in cultivating and soliciting private support from individuals, foundations, and corporations
Excellent management skills with the ability to develop a team approach in managing staff, Foundation board members and volunteers
Demonstrated expertise in planned giving vehicles, including bequests, charitable gift annuities, trusts, and estate gifts, with experience cultivating and closing planned gifts as part of a comprehensive fundraising strategy
Appreciation for and ability to develop an understanding of the local and regional community, including the economic, cultural, and civic landscape of the greater western Massachusetts region, and an appreciation for how community college mission and values drive philanthropy
Experience in marketing and/or public relations, including developing and implementing effective marketing strategies, publications, image-enhancing activities, and special events
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of and a passion for advancing the cause of a community college
Ability to work effectively with a diverse Foundation board, faculty, staff, and student body
General understanding of the external environment and how it affects academia in general and the Pioneer Valley in particular, including political, legal, environmental, educational, financial, and social influences

Job Responsibility

Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet and is a key strategic advisor on institutional priorities, external relations, marketing and communications and resource development
Provides leadership, supervision and strategic direction to Institutional Advancement and Foundation staff including goal setting, performance management, and professional development
Works with the President and other College personnel to identify programs and projects in need of philanthropic support in alignment with strategic goals and plans
Provides vision and leadership in creating Institutional Advancement and Foundation plans and priorities that enhance fundraising efforts based on annual plans to meet financial goals of the College’s strategic plan that include private sector giving and an assessment of return on investment
Oversees fund campaigns (annual, capital and comprehensive) and other targeted fundraising efforts and provides major gifts and planned giving expertise
Provides stewardship for major gifts prospects for the institution
Responsible for fiscal accountability, donor records and for reporting on philanthropic gifts as appropriate
Provides oversight to the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy to market College and enhance its image and relationships with various external and internal audiences within the community, helping meet enrollment targets and encouraging broad-based support throughout the region
As Executive Director of the Holyoke Community College Foundation, responsible for leading the Foundation with energy and focus in a manner that supports and guides the Foundation’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors
Develops and directs a comprehensive development program, including the cultivation and stewardship of individual, corporate, and foundation donors, as well as the development and implementation of a variety of fundraising strategies, which include major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation solicitations, and annual fundraising efforts

Fulltime

Director of Philanthropy

Director of Philanthropy - Join Our Big-Hearted Team. Are you ready to make a me...

Location

United States , Surprise

Salary:

95800.00 - 105700.00 USD / Year

Sun Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in any discipline required
Master's degree and/or Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) certification Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) certification preferred
Prior experience in raising funds for healthcare entities, research, and/or medical education preferred
Proven experience in executing comprehensive, multi-million-dollar campaigns and demonstrated experience cultivating and expanding existing donor relationships over time preferred
Familiarity with healthcare operations preferred
Skill level as typically achieved through five years of major and planned gift/ fundraising or three years experience in business/corporate development preferred
Possessing current or ability to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card is required
Requires reliable transportation in employee provided vehicle, current Driver's license, and auto insurance

Job Responsibility

Works with the organization's Senior Director of Philanthropy to plan, design, and implement fund development strategies for the Sun Health Foundation
Establishes and cultivates relationships that will help to expand, strengthen, and diversify a donor base and pipeline
Secure philanthropic support for the Sun Health Foundation Board-approved campaigns and initiatives through major and planned gifts
Responsible for building a portfolio of agreed upon number of assigned prospects with an emphasis on discovering new high-capacity prospects
Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, and provides stewardship to selected major gift and planned giving donors and prospects
Develops personalized strategies for all assigned donors and prospects that build, maintain, and enhance relationships while furthering donors' philanthropic objectives
Plans, coordinates, and schedules individual visits weekly utilizing prospect software, introductory letters, emails, and phone calls to set appointments
Maintains current and accurate records of donor prospects in the Raiser's Edge NXT database
Provides input for newsletters, invitations, brochures, and other Sun Health and Sun Health Foundation publications/communications as needed
Utilizes the common systems, policies and procedures adhered to by Sun Health team members

What we offer

Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
401k with immediate vesting and up to 4% employer match
Tuition Reimbursement
Exclusive discounts through The Employee Network
Access to the Employee Association, supporting team members in need
Eligible for up to 20% base salary variable pay program

Fulltime

Director of Development

The Director of Development will report to the President & CEO and oversee all a...

Location

United States , Rockport

Salary:

130000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Year

Arts Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A seasoned development professional with a passion and commitment to the mission and core values of Rockport Music
Proven success and expertise in all areas of fundraising, including Annual Fund, Corporate, Foundation, and Government Giving, Major Gifts, Events, Planned Giving, and Capital Campaigns
Five to seven years of senior leadership experience and proven success in fundraising across giving categories
Experience inspiring, leading, and mentoring a team of fundraisers
Technical proficiency with donor management and identification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with or willingness to learn Tessitura

Job Responsibility

Develop, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive annual fundraising plan
Create individualized strategies for identifying, engaging, cultivating, and stewarding new, current, and lapsed institutional and individual stakeholders
Grow significant contributed revenue opportunities through cultivating and maintaining strong partnerships
Contribute to Rockport Music’s strategic planning efforts
Guide, cultivate, and increase the donor and membership base
Maintain knowledge of best practices in nonprofit governance, state and federal laws and regulations, and significant trends in philanthropy
Advance a culture of philanthropy within the Board
Serve as the liaison to the Development Committee
Ensure efficient and timely development and distribution of agendas and reports
Advise board members on best practices in community ambassadorship and donor cultivation

What we offer

Paid time off and holidays
Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurances
Life insurance
401(k) matching up to 3%
Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave
Employees may also elect a Flexible Spending Account, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal insurances

Fulltime

Associate Director of Community Philanthropy

A well‑established independent school on the North Shore of Chicago is seeking a...

Location

United States , Lake Forest

Salary:

70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year

Beacon Hill

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Proven experience in front‑line fundraising (major gifts, leadership giving, or similar)
Comfortable and experienced making high‑level asks in donor‑facing environments
Background may include independent schools, nonprofits, higher education, or other advancement/development settings
Experience with Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge, OneCause, or comparable fundraising platforms preferred (not required)
Highly relational, organized, and collaborative
Mission‑driven and excited to make a meaningful impact within a school community

Job Responsibility

Lead all front‑line fundraising efforts, including major gifts, leadership giving, and planned giving
Manage and steward a portfolio of donors, building long‑term, trust‑based relationships
Confidently make significant asks and guide donors through the cultivation and solicitation process
Partner closely with colleagues overseeing communications and events/gala/auction efforts to support pipeline growth
Represent the school at donor meetings, community events, and development activities
Track donor activity, engagement, and progress using fundraising software
Participate in select evenings and weekends for fundraising events and the annual auction
Maintain discretion and professionalism in all donor interactions and communications

What we offer

Generous tuition remission
403(b) retirement plan
Free daily lunch
Standard benefits

Fulltime

Advancement Executive Director, Wilmot Cancer Institute

Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement for the Univers...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

140350.00 - 210525.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
Master’s Degree preferred
A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience required
or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated success in soliciting gifts over $100k, particularly in an academic medical setting required
Proven program management and leadership skills
experience leading a team of major gift officers required
Highly developed communication skills, including an ability to articulate philanthropic priorities related to medical research
political savviness
a high energy level

Job Responsibility

Planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising and relationship-building program for the Wilmot Cancer Institute
Lead a high performing team focused on securing a minimum of $10M annually in philanthropic support
Work closely with Wilmot Cancer Institute leadership to identify and articulate philanthropic opportunities
Optimize grateful patient and community giving, principal, major, and planned giving, and stewardship activities
Manage a portfolio of approximately 75 principal and major gift prospects
Significant local and some national travel is required to engage prospective and current donors
Serve as the main communication liaison with Cancer Institute leadership, physicians and volunteers, including the Wilmot Cancer Institute Advisory Board
Work with the Board Chair to effectively guide board activities
Major Gift Fundraising
Strategic Leadership

Fulltime

Executive director prospect development

The Executive Director (ED) oversees prospect management and prospect research a...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

96860.00 - 145290.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Advanced degree preferred
A minimum of 8 years of related experience, particularly in advancement research, development, fundraising, or financial analysis required
or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous management experience required.
Strong staff management, team building, and training skills.
Proven ability to interact with varied constituencies in a professional manner.
Ability to set priorities and manage several projects simultaneously and exercise critical thinking skills to determine the best use of resources for reaching goals to support the University’s mission.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, including strong written and verbal skills preferred.
Must understand the need to maintain the confidentiality of donor and prospect information.

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement best practices for research to foster an innovative, creative, cutting-edge, and results oriented research enterprise.
Oversee the identification of new high-capacity prospects, and volunteer leaders through proactive research projects.
Oversee strategies for identifying and rating the capacity of potential prospects, including analyzing hard and soft financial data in the context of gift capacity.
Actively identify new major gift and planned giving prospects through data mining techniques, push technology, demographic, and other searches.
Work closely with the Fundraisers and Development Events team to develop solicitation strategies.
Partner with the data analytics to implement a plan for identifying new and emerging prospects specific to the Institute’s current and future fundraising goals and priorities.
Ensure proper system and data maintenance are in place to support the fundraising efforts of Advancement.
Provide effective leadership of the Prospect Management and Research team to help ensure successful fundraising efforts.
Develop, implement, and maintain a prospect management program that ensures the placement of high-quality prospects in dynamic major gift officer portfolios.
Ensure that all research requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Fulltime

Major Gifts Officer

In collaboration with the Major Gifts team, the Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will b...

Location

United States , Fort Lauderdale

Salary:

65000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year

United Way

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree or advanced certification such as CFRE preferred)
3-5 years of experience in development, advancement, or fundraising, with demonstrated success in nonprofit
Ability to set goals strategically and oversee execution
High level of discretion and ethical approach to fundraising
Proven ability to interact and influence philanthropic leaders
Experience motivating and managing high-profile volunteer leadership and senior executives
Ability to work cross-functionally with various internal and external constituents
Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in database management, Microsoft Office Suite, and other computer skills, as required

Job Responsibility

Implement overall Major Gifts strategy developed by SDMG
Identify, engage and re-engage donors, particularly those emerging as the next generation of potential philanthropic leaders
Conduct individually tailored, one-on-one cultivation and solicitation meetings and work with appropriate volunteers to strategize and manage their cultivation and solicitation of targeted donors
Identify and solicit new major gifts
Connect United Way Staff and Board of Directors to new and/or prospective Tocqueville Society members
Cultivate, steward and build trusted relationships with a portfolio of major donors and prospective major donors and legacy giving prospects to generate new and increased giving
Effectively develop, organize, manage, support and motivate a volunteer team to aid in the identification, cultivation and solicitation of high-capacity donors and prospective donors
Partner with Major Gift and Development colleagues, for identification of prospects
Develop meaningful ways to engage major gift donors and prospects throughout the year including personal visits, executing unique events and volunteer opportunities to connect our members to the work United Way is doing in Broward County
Create and implement a stewardship and recognition plan, including thanking donors, events and leadership registry

Fulltime

Advancement Officer

The Advancement Officer is a key fundraising professional and an integral member...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Year

Simpson Housing Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, with a strong emphasis on individual giving and major gifts
Evolve knowledge of and commitment to equity and anti-racism on an individual level and participate in Advancement and Communications Team’s commitment
Participate in meetings, trainings, and workshops hosted by SHS about diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and other related topics
Comfortable with lifting up to 20 pounds and moving items
Valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and ability to regularly work evenings and weekends
Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and CRM development data system

Job Responsibility

Manage and grow a portfolio of approximately 150–300 individual donors and prospects in the $250–$1,000 giving range
Identify, qualify, and cultivate new and current donors, converting volunteers, first-time and event-based supporters into ongoing annual donors
Manage ongoing prospect research within their donor portfolio and among new donors, volunteers, and event participants to identify opportunities for cultivation, solicitation, and increased giving
Collaborate with the Advancement team in executing multichannel annual giving campaigns including direct mail, email, online giving, and peer-to-peer fundraising
Write compelling donor communications including appeals, acknowledgments, and impact updates
Ensure timely, personalized follow-up with donors and consistent engagement across all touchpoints
Conduct donor outreach through email, phone, events, and in-person meetings
Develop segmentation strategies to improve donor retention and identify upgrade opportunities
Build clear pathways from new and entry-level donors to sustained annual giving
Leverage Art 4 Shelter, Give to the Max, Cook & Connect, and other engagement opportunities to acquire and grow donor base

Fulltime

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