Explore Director, Major Gifts Jobs with Ladders

Discover rewarding career opportunities in the field of nonprofit management as a Director of Major Gifts. With positions available in top organizations, engage with influential donors and drive philanthropic initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Director of Major Gifts, lead fundraising strategies, build relationships with potential benefactors, and secure significant contributions to support your organization's mission.

Skills and Qualifications

Successful Directors of Major Gifts possess excellent communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills, along with a strong understanding of the nonprofit landscape.

Career Growth and Opportunities

With Ladders' comprehensive listings, envision a successful career trajectory in the Major Gifts sphere from senior roles to executive leadership.

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$90K - $130K *

The Associate Director, Major Gifts is responsible for securing significant philanthropic support for MD Anderson Cancer Center by engaging with high net-worth donors. This role involves prospecting f...

4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $120K *

The Assistant Director, Major Gifts is responsible for securing significant philanthropic support for MD Anderson Cancer Center by engaging with high net-worth donors. This role involves prospecting f...

4w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $120K *

The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for leading the Grateful Patient Program for the Foundation, focusing on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors. This role involves engaging wi...

2d ago

  •     Healthcare

$135K - $175K *

The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and fostering relationships with influential donors to support Pacific Clinics' fundraising efforts. This ro...

1w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

The Assistant Director, Major Gifts at the New York Philharmonic will manage a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects, developing strategies to increase donor retention and cultivate new pro...

3w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $162K *

Senior Liability Claims Examiner responsible for analyzing complex coverage issues, investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and settling commercial liability claims in litigation accordance with Best...

More than 4w ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

The Director of Major Gifts at Rider University will manage a portfolio of prospects and donors, focusing on gifts of $25,000 or more. This role involves developing strategies for cultivating and soli...

4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

The Director of Major Gifts at Rider University will manage a portfolio of prospects and donors, focusing on cultivating and soliciting gifts of $25,000 or more. This role involves building relationsh...

4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $162K *

The Senior Director of Major Gifts at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is responsible for managing a portfolio of prospects to support and grow major gift activity for institutional priorities. Th...

More than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $120K *

The Senior Director of Principal and Major Giving at Endicott College is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy for individual giving, overseeing the major gift officer team...

2w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $83K *

The Executive Director of Major and Planned Gifts will lead efforts to secure leadership gifts and establish a formalized major and planned giving program for 412 Food Rescue. This role involves manag...

2w ago

  •     Business Services

$150K - $200K *

The Director, Principal Gifts at Harvard Business School is responsible for securing significant philanthropic commitments, managing donor relationships, and developing fundraising strategies. This ro...

4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $200K *

The Director, Principal Gifts at Harvard Business School is responsible for securing significant philanthropic commitments, managing donor relationships, and developing effective fundraising strategie...

4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for managing a portfolio of approximately 150 prospects and securing significant donations to support LifeBridge Health and its affiliates. The role involves...

Reposted 3w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $170K *

The Director, Major Gifts at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) will lead the expansion of the major gifts program, focusing on high-net-worth prospects and donors. This role involves managi...

5d ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$118K - $166K *

The Senior Director, Major Gifts at Vail Health is responsible for securing major, principal, and planned gifts to support the organization's strategic priorities by building relationships with benefa...

More than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

The Director, Development - Major and Principal Gifts at Texas Biomed will design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for major gift prospects. This role involves managing a portfolio of...

2w ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $120K *

The Associate Director of Development, Major Gift Officer is responsible for securing significant philanthropic support for the College of Visual and Performing Arts at George Mason University. This r...

Reposted 6d ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$60K - $120K *

The Senior Director/Director of Development - Major Gifts is responsible for identifying, qualifying, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors for UGA Athletics' Magill Society. This...

3d ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $165K *

The Director of Development, Major Gifts is responsible for developing and executing successful fundraising strategies for high-net-worth prospects, raising 6-7 figure gifts annually, and managing maj...

Reposted more than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$118K - $166K *

The Senior Director, Major Gifts at Vail Health is responsible for securing major, principal, and planned gifts to support the organization's strategic priorities by building relationships with benefa...

More than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $120K *

The Director of Major Gifts at Trickle Up is responsible for securing significant financial contributions from major donors to support the organization's mission of empowering women to overcome povert...

2w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $143K *

The Director of Institutional Giving at SPUR is responsible for enhancing the corporate and foundation giving program to advance the organization's mission, generating revenue from businesses and foun...

Reposted more than 4w ago

  •     Business Services

$80K - $120K *

The Executive Director of Philanthropy, Central Major Gifts is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure financial support from major donors for North Carolina State University...

5d ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $140K *

The Senior Director of Major Gifts & Donor Relations at Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco plays a critical role in generating revenue by developing and overseeing a comprehensive donor stewardship a...

More than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What do Directors of Major Gifts do?question toggle

    Directors of Major Gifts play a key role in fund development for nonprofit organizations. They identify, cultivate, and solicit potential donors for significant financial contributions.

  • What qualifications are required for a Director of Major Gifts role?question toggle

    Typically, a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in major gift fundraising or nonprofit management are required. Strong communication, strategic planning abilities, and leadership skills are also vital.

  • What are the career prospects for a Director of Major Gifts?question toggle

    The career prospects for this role are excellent, with opportunities for advancement to Chief Development Officer or Executive Director roles in larger organizations.