Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts)
Quick answer
Year Up United is hiring a hybrid Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts) with a salary range of $115,000 - $152,000 to manage major donor portfolios and mentor students.
- Role
- Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts)
- Organization
- Year Up United
- Location
- Multiple locations (Hybrid) - See website for specific sites.
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $115,000 - $152,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts) at Year Up United is responsible for growing the organization's impact by managing a portfolio of 100-150 major donors and conducting over 150 face-to-face visits annually. The role involves cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high-net-worth individuals to secure five-to-six-figure gifts while also mentoring students as part of the learning community. It requires a strategic leader with strong communication skills and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
What you'll do
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, close, and steward donors at the five-to-six-figure level.
- Manage a portfolio of 100-150 donors and conduct over 150 personal visits annually.
- Partner with Development team leads to execute multi-year fundraising strategies.
- Track all donor interactions in Salesforce.com.
- Serve as a coach/mentor for students and facilitate weekly group sessions.
- Collaborate on prospect research and communication event logistics.
What it takes
- 5-7 years of fundraising success with an emphasis on major gifts.
- Proven ability to engage and steward long-term partnerships.
- Strong strategic leadership and vision for fundraising priorities.
- Excellent writing and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Salesforce/donor databases.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the mission of Year Up United.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive healthcare, dental coverage, 401(k) match, and paid vacation (3 weeks in first year, 4 weeks after).
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
The role is hybrid. While specific sites are listed on their website, candidates must live in a state where Year Up United operates.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary range is $115,000 to $152,000 annually.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need 5-7 years of fundraising experience focusing on major gifts, strong communication skills, and proficiency in standard office software.
How or by when can I apply?
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume through the Year Up United website.
How to apply
Apply directly on Year Up United's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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