Welcome to High-Paying Director, Major Gifts Jobs

Whether you are experienced in the dynamic field of major gifts fundraising or seeking new opportunities, we offer an array of roles that comes with massive financial rewards. At Ladders, you can easily find the career progression you are aiming for in this lucrative field.

Why Major Gifts?

Careers in fundraising, particularly major gifts, offer incredible potential for financial growth and the opportunity to contribute to the philanthropic landscape of various sectors. As a Director of Major Gifts, you would play a pivotal role in transforming any nonprofit organization's financial trajectory and make tangible impacts.

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Start browsing countless high-paying director, major gifts jobs awaiting at Ladders. Expand your horizons and elevate your career profile today.

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$115K - $120K *

Accelerate your fundraising career by managing a portfolio of 125+ high-value prospects, strategizing major gift proposals, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve financial goals ranging fro...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of philanthropy by leading major gifts and campaigns. Oversee strategic fundraising initiatives while managing a high-performing team dedicated to enriching donor engagement and secur...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Engage with major donors to elevate our fundraising initiatives, drive impactful giving, and collaborate with stakeholders in developing innovative strategies to support groundbreaking cancer research...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize philanthropic engagement by cultivating relationships with key donors and organizations, expanding networks, and enhancing the school’s visibility within the community to drive significant co...

Yesterday

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

$124K - $138K *

Elevate your fundraising career by designing and executing a dynamic annual giving program. Drive donor engagement and revenue growth while collaborating with a dedicated team to transform lives throu...

Today

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

$78K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading donor relations strategies and stewardship initiatives to enhance donor engagement and strengthen philanthropic investment, while managing a dedicated team to deliver excep...

4 weeks ago

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

$118K - $131K *

Optimize fundraising strategies by establishing connections with key donors and prospects. Manage a portfolio of influential stakeholders, advancing strategic support for educational initiatives while...

2 weeks ago

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

$157K - $228K *

Engage high-capacity donors to amplify philanthropic support and drive major gift initiatives. Lead strategic fundraising efforts, cultivate key relationships, and enhance JAX's impact within the dyna...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of fundraising by building and leading family philanthropy and principal gifts initiatives, fostering engagements, and cultivating high-capacity donor relationship...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to advance philanthropic initiatives through principal gifts and family philanthropy, engaging with key stakeholders to build relationships and secure significant funding for insti...

2 weeks ago

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

$113K - $153K *

Join a dynamic team to drive major gift fundraising efforts, cultivating individual donor relationships and enhancing donor engagement strategies. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to max...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering alumni connections and supporting major gift fundraising efforts. Drive impactful philanthropy with high-level collaboration and strategic planning to propel...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $90K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives in fundraising intelligence. Drive pivotal campaign strategies, collaborating with senior leaders to enhance donor engagement and foster a culture...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Advance major gifts fundraising by developing strategies to engage individual donors, manage relationships, and achieve revenue goals for the organization, while fostering deep connections with a port...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of annual giving by leading a dynamic team to boost fundraising efforts, foster donor relationships, and implement innovative strategies that engage alumni and increase contributions...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Champion impactful donor relationships to secure major gifts and enhance legacy giving. Drive efforts to raise $2M annually, collaborating across teams to connect philanthropy with meaningful communit...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive philanthropic growth by leading major and planned giving strategies, partnering with teams to cultivate donor relationships, and empowering branches to promote community impact. Influence YMCA’s...

2 weeks ago

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

$132K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading individual giving strategy to cultivate donor relationships, securing major gifts, and enhancing KIPP NYC’s mission through compelling storytelling and engagement initiativ...

6 days ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Tackle transformational philanthropy by managing key relationships with high-capacity donors, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts to support institutional priorities and initiatives...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $128K *

Join a team that's driving impactful change through strategic major gift initiatives. You'll develop relationships with donors, implement fundraising strategies, and collaborate with academic leaders...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $119K *

Grow transformative funding pipelines by leading institutional giving and grant strategies, cultivating major donor relationships, and collaborating across teams to boost investment in our mission...

2 days ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Elevate fundraising efforts by strategically cultivating, soliciting, and managing high-value donor relationships, while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance philanthropic engagement that drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Optimize your career by driving transformational philanthropy in healthcare. Engage with high-level donors to strategize and secure major gifts. Collaborate with teams to enhance relationships and ach...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Champion transformative philanthropy in healthcare by leading donor engagement strategies and nurturing high-value relationships that drive significant contributions to academic medical centers...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Transform the future of philanthropy by cultivating and managing relationships with top-tier donors to achieve significant fundraising goals. Collaborate with diverse teams and leaders to maximize imp...

2 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director, Major Gifts job?question toggle

    A Director, Major Gifts, primarily oversees the planning and implementation of strategies to secure donations from high-worth individuals for a nonprofit organization.

  • What skills are required for Director, Major Gifts jobs?question toggle

    Key skills include strategic planning, donor relationship management, excellent communication abilities, and a keen understanding of philanthropic trends.

  • What kind of organizations hire for Director, Major Gifts roles?question toggle

    Typically, nonprofits and educational institutions hire for these roles. However, any organization that relies heavily on philanthropy might require a Director, Major Gifts.

  • What are the typical responsibilities of a Director, Major Gifts?question toggle

    Their responsibilities often include developing major gift strategies, managing relationships with potential donors, leading fundraising efforts, and working towards the financial goals of the organization.