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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$92K *

Join as a strategic leader in fundraising, managing high-value donor portfolios, driving gift strategies, and leading a team of Major Gift Officers. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance donor expe...

3 weeks ago

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

$116K - $146K *

Engage and cultivate high-capacity donors while leading major gift fundraising efforts. Build relationships, develop strategies, and drive philanthropic investments to support organizational prioritie...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful relationships with individual donors to secure major gifts, ensuring alignment with our mission and strategic goals. Cultivate and manage donor engagement through tailored strategies...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to growing individual giving through innovative strategies, donor engagement, and collaborative initiatives, while leading a passionate team to achieve impactful fundraisi...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Lead the charge in transformative philanthropy by identifying and cultivating major and planned giving prospects to support long-term institutional goals, enhance donor relations, and oversee strategi...

Today

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

$127K - $145K *

Pioneer major gifts initiatives and cultivate key philanthropic partnerships, focusing on building a robust donor network while strategically aligning with organizational funding objectives for impact...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of fundraising by cultivating relationships and securing major gifts, leveraging donor engagement strategies and collaboration to drive impactful results in support of educational ini...

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2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and cultivate major gift relationships, identify new prospects, and oversee the major gifts program, aiming to raise $1.5 million annually through strategic donor engagement and effective commu...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead major gift fundraising efforts to secure $1.5M annually. Manage donor relationships, identify prospects, and collaborate across teams to enhance the program and drive successful solicitations, en...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in expanding individual giving initiatives, managing high-capacity donor portfolios, and securing transformational gifts to support strategic fundraising goals in alignment with KIPP C...

Yesterday

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

$115K *

Empower communities by leading a high-impact major gifts program to support housing stability. Cultivate relationships with major donors, drive fundraising efforts, and enhance organizational impact t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $235K *

Accelerate your career by leading major gift initiatives across multiple healthcare foundations. Manage a high-performing fundraising team, set strategic goals, and ensure impactful donor engagement w...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the fundraising landscape by leading a major gifts program that cultivates meaningful donor relationships and drives strategic growth while developing your team to achieve ambitious goals...

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1 week ago

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

$180K - $235K *

Transform the future of frontline fundraising by leading a high-performing major gift team, implementing metrics-driven strategies, and enhancing donor experience across the enterprise, while supporti...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming lives through fundraising, managing major donor relationships, securing high-value gifts, and fostering team performance to achieve ambitious revenue goals for impactfu...

4 weeks ago

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

$70K - $98K *

Drive successful fundraising initiatives by building relationships and securing major gifts. Engage with donors through tailored communication and face-to-face meetings to achieve the university's goa...

3 weeks ago

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

$76K - $107K *

Shape the future of philanthropy by managing major gift prospects, securing significant contributions, and collaborating strategically to enhance support for the College of Science and its programs wi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $145K *

Drive your career by leading institutional fundraising efforts to secure over $4M in private revenue. Collaborate to enhance corporate and foundation partnerships, engage donors, and support education...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading corporate and foundation partnerships to secure $4M+ in annual funding. Engage with key stakeholders while managing a dynamic team and driving strategies that enhance educa...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping non-cash gift strategy by educating donors and staff. Cultivate complex assets, ensure compliance, and build relationships to maximize fundraising potential while collaborat...

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

$115K - $130K *

Help us cultivate meaningful relationships and drive major fundraising initiatives. Lead a team in securing high-value gifts while enhancing donor engagement to further philanthropic impact and sustai...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Lead the Gift Planning Development efforts, collaborating with donors and advisors to craft complex gift agreements and enhance fundraising from various gift vehicles, while overseeing compliance and...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion philanthropy by cultivating relationships with major gift donors, driving impactful investments of $10,000 and above, and ensuring a robust donor engagement strategy that aligns with our miss...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Empower the organization by cultivating major gifts through strategic relationships. As a Major Gifts Officer, lead efforts in donor engagement, securing significant philanthropic contributions to enh...

1 week ago

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

$89K - $118K *

Drive fundraising success by managing a portfolio of major donors, developing strategic relationships, and securing significant gifts to support key initiatives in a dynamic public media environment...

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  •   5 - 7 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.