Associate Vice President of Philanthropy

KVC Health Systems, Inc.; Webster Groves (MO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

KVC Health Systems, Inc. seeks an Associate Vice President of Philanthropy to lead the Missouri fundraising strategy and advance the foundation's mission.

You will supervise five Regional Directors, build donor-centered programs, and oversee grants, annual giving, corporate partnerships, and stewardship. The role requires 10+ years in grant development, 5+ years in leadership, and a track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of fundraising experience in grant development.
• 5+ years of program leadership or cross-functional initiative management.
• Proven track record securing major gifts ($25,000+) and principal gifts ($100,000+).
• Willingness to travel across Missouri to support regional donor engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute fundraising goals and performance metrics with executive leadership.
• Supervise and coach a team of five Directors.
• Manage a personal portfolio of 75 to 125 prospects and close five-, six-, and seven-figure gifts.
• Oversee regional fundraising efforts across Missouri for integrated revenue growth.
• Engage Foundation board members and volunteers to recruit community ambassadors.
• Use data analytics and CRM to drive decision-making, pipeline management, and forecasting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team leadership

Donor relations

Portfolio management

Data analytics

CRM experience

Grant development

Major gifts

Communication

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Blackbaud

Job description

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Associate Vice President of Philanthropy

DEVELOPMENT Full Time Professional MO - St Louis HSI, St. Louis, MO, US

Salary: $115,000.00 Annually

Associate Vice President of Philanthropy

The Mission
At KVC Health Systems, the heart of our work is helping people. We are a mission-driven organization where family connection drives our culture and diverse perspectives are key to our progress. We are seeking a high-caliber, strategic fundraising leader to serve as the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Philanthropy for the KVC Foundation. This senior role is responsible for driving advancement activities across the state of Missouri, ensuring that children and families have the resources they need to thrive.

The Role
Reporting directly to the Foundation President, the AVP of Philanthropy will lead a team of five Regional Directors to build a high-performing, donor-centered culture. You will be a key architect of our multi-year advancement strategy, managing a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects while overseeing annual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and stewardship. We are looking for a leader who balances sophisticated gift negotiation with a passion for mentorship and team growth.

Strategic Leadership and Essential Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute fundraising goals and performance metrics.
• Directly supervise and coach a team of five Directors, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
• Manage a personal portfolio of 75 to 125 prospects, cultivating and closing gifts at the five, six, and seven-figure levels.
• Oversee regional fundraising efforts throughout Missouri to ensure an integrated approach to revenue growth.
• Engage with Foundation board members and volunteer leaders to recruit influential community ambassadors.
• Utilize data analytics and CRM technology to drive decision-making, pipeline management, and forecasting.
• Serve as a primary ambassador for KVC at community, business, and philanthropic events.
• Licensure: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Fundraising Experience: At least 10 years of experience in grant development with a proven ability to translate programmatic needs into fundable strategies.
• Leadership Experience: Minimum 5 years of program leadership or cross-functional initiative management in a complex organization.
• Proven Success: Demonstrated track record of securing major gifts of $25,000 or more and principal gifts of $100,000 or more.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of annual giving, capital campaigns, planned giving, and corporate/foundation partnerships.
• Relationship Management: Experience working directly with executive leaders, boards, and high-capacity philanthropists.
• Travel: Willingness to travel across Missouri to support regional efforts and donor engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within human services, child welfare, healthcare, or behavioral health sectors.
• Background in campaign planning or campaign leadership.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed teams.
• Familiarity with Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge, or comparable CRM systems.

KVC Values
Our character is built on authenticity and compassion. We operate with a sense of urgency and innovation, and we expect our leaders to be solutions-focused role models who build upon the strengths of their teams and the families we serve.

KVC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a supportive and inclusive work environment.