Chief Philanthropy & Donor Growth Leader

Elk Hill; Goochland (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

PTO (12 holidays)

401(k) with 5% employer match

Hybrid schedule

Free hot lunch daily

Job summary

Elk Hill is seeking a Chief Philanthropy Officer to lead fundraising and philanthropic efforts in Virginia. The role focuses on major donor engagement, capital campaigns, and building a sustainable culture of philanthropy across the organization.

The CPO will collaborate with senior leadership and the Board to set annual goals, grow a diverse funding mix, and ensure effective donor stewardship and programmatic success for Elk Hill’s youth and family services in Goochland and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of fundraising experience with increasing responsibility.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking in philanthropy.
• Proven ability to solicit major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.

Responsibilities

• Govern fundraising strategy and oversee goals and plans.
• Lead and foster a culture of philanthropy across levels and with the Board.
• Manage donor relations, stewardship programs and portfolio of major gifts.
• Oversee philanthropy operations, budgeting, and staff performance.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor cultivation

Strategic planning

Board liaison

Job description

Elk Hill is seeking a Chief Philanthropy Officer to lead fundraising and philanthropic efforts in Virginia. The role focuses on major donor engagement, capital campaigns, and building a sustainable culture of philanthropy across the organization.

The CPO will collaborate with senior leadership and the Board to set annual goals, grow a diverse funding mix, and ensure effective donor stewardship and programmatic success for Elk Hill’s youth and family services in Goochland and surrounding areas.