Major Gifts Officer
Quick answer
The Humane Society of North Texas is hiring an in-office Major Gifts Officer in Fort Worth, Texas, paying $80,000-$100,000 to manage donor relationships and execute major fundraising strategies.
- Role
- Major Gifts Officer
- Organization
- Humane Society of North Texas
- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $80,000 to $100,000 plus benefits
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Major Gifts Officer will lead and execute major gift fundraising strategies for the Humane Society of North Texas, managing a portfolio of 125-150 donors. This role focuses on donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to secure funding of $10,000 and above. The officer will collaborate with the VP of Development to meet revenue goals and grow donor retention through meaningful relationship building and strategic outreach.
What you'll do
- Identify and manage a portfolio of 125-150 major gift prospects.
- Develop and implement personalized cultivation and solicitation strategies for donors.
- Conduct face-to-face meetings and steward relationships to secure major gifts.
- Collaborate with the VP of Development to create compelling funding proposals.
- Attend and support organizational adoption and outreach events.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of professional experience in development or sales.
- Proven track record of successful major gift solicitation.
- Proficiency in CRM software, Microsoft Office, and Canva.
- Deep connections within the Fort Worth/Dallas area preferred.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Benefits included in compensation package.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in Fort Worth, Texas, and requires regular local travel for donor visits.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays between $80,000 and $100,000 per year plus benefits.
What are the core qualifications needed?
Candidates need a bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of fundraising or sales experience, and a proven ability to manage donor relationships.
How do I apply for this job?
Interested candidates should apply through the organization's website as linked in the original job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Humane Society of North Texas's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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