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...

1 week 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...

1 week ago

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

$96K - $159K *

Empower significant philanthropic initiatives by managing donor relations and cultivating major gifts. Lead meaningful collaborations across departments to achieve transformational support and foster...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a dedicated team as a strategic fundraising leader to cultivate relationships and secure major gifts that enhance initiatives aimed at tackling the drug epidemic and promoting mental health aware...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Elevate donor engagement by managing a diverse portfolio of major gifts, cultivating relationships, and driving strategic fundraising initiatives to support organizational goals and enhance community...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Advance philanthropic efforts by managing a portfolio of major gift donors, implementing effective strategies, and strengthening relationships to secure significant contributions for campaign initiati...

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $92K *

Inspire philanthropy by managing key donor relationships and driving major gift strategies. Collaborate with leadership to enhance fundraising efforts and expand donor engagement, while contributing t...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $120K *

Empower the annual giving program by driving fundraising strategies and enhancing donor engagement. Collaborate with diverse teams to increase philanthropic support and achieve ambitious revenue goals...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $189K *

Lead major gifts fundraising initiatives, cultivating relationships with key alumni and stakeholders. Collaborate across departments to enhance strategies and secure substantial donations, managing a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $92K *

Lead the charge in major gift fundraising by cultivating and managing donor relationships. Collaborate with leadership to develop strategies that achieve significant philanthropic investments, ensurin...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $177K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on cultivating donor relationships, securing major gifts, and enhancing fundraising strategies to support organizational priorities and create impactful en...

Reposted today

  •   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 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in elevating major and planned giving strategies, cultivating transformative donor relationships, and managing a dynamic fundraising team to enhance engagement and secure significant c...

2 weeks ago

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

$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...

2 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...

1 week 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 5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform donor engagement by cultivating and securing major gifts to enhance the mission of expanding educational opportunities. Collaborate with a focused team to engage prospective supporters natio...

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1 week ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in cultivating major gifts to foster lasting donor relationships, driving capital campaign success through strategic engagement and effective stewardship in a collaborative fundraising...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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...

2 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...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives to secure major gifts, manage donor relationships, and collaborate across teams to advance fundraising goals. Drive execution of tailored fundraising strategies to cultivate...

1 week ago

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

$81K - $137K *

Drive transformative fundraising initiatives by engaging alumni and key partners, cultivating relationships, and executing targeted strategies that enhance support for the College of the Liberal Arts...

Reposted today

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

$81K - $137K *

Join a team that's committed to shaping the future of philanthropy in higher education. Lead efforts to engage alumni and key stakeholders, cultivate major gifts, and execute impactful fundraising str...

Reposted today

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

$115K - $125K *

Shape donor engagement strategies to cultivate major gifts and strengthen relationships, supporting institutional priorities. Collaborate with leadership to enhance philanthropic efforts and drive fin...

6 days ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Optimize donor engagement strategies and cultivate relationships to secure major gifts supporting institutional goals. Lead initiatives that enhance financial support while collaborating with universi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.