Chief Philanthropy Strategist & Major Gifts Leader

Association of Fundraising Professionals; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the Palm Beaches is seeking a dynamic Chief Philanthropy Officer to lead strategic fundraising aligned with our growth and service priorities. Reporting to the President & CEO and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, you will shape major gifts, campaigns, and donor stewardship.

The role requires proven success in seven-figure gifts, capital campaigns, planned giving, and data-driven strategy, with strong relationship-building and team leadership to inspire philanthropy across

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and executing fundraising strategies.
• Experience with seven-figure gifts; eight-figure gifts a plus.
• Experience leading capital and/or comprehensive campaigns.
• Planned giving expertise.
• Strong relationship-building skills with major donors.
• Experience using data analysis to guide fundraising strategy.
• Proven stewardship strategies for principal and major donors.

Responsibilities

• Lead philanthropic strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
• Provide executive leadership and oversee philanthropy team.
• Engage principal and major donors from identification through solicitation.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Seven-figure gifts

Capital campaigns

Planned giving

Donor relationships

Major donor lifecycle

Data-driven fundraising

Donor stewardship

Team leadership

Job description

YMCA of the Palm Beaches is seeking a dynamic Chief Philanthropy Officer to lead strategic fundraising aligned with our growth and service priorities. Reporting to the President & CEO and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, you will shape major gifts, campaigns, and donor stewardship.

The role requires proven success in seven-figure gifts, capital campaigns, planned giving, and data-driven strategy, with strong relationship-building and team leadership to inspire philanthropy across