Director of Philanthropy & Donor Impact

Scion Staffing; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Flexible hours

Leadership exposure

Benefits package

Job summary

Scion Executive Search in Appleton, WI seeks a Director of Philanthropy to lead donor engagement and strategy for a community-focused philanthropic organization. You will cultivate relationships with donors, fundholders, families, and advisors to advance meaningful giving and lasting impact.

The role blends relationship management with strategic philanthropy, including gifts, funds, and planned giving. You’ll collaborate across teams, represent the organization at events, and ensure donor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, finance, or related field.
• Demonstrated success cultivating and stewarding relationships with donors, families, or key stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of philanthropic giving strategies and donor stewardship.
• Experience with planned giving or wealth management is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, discretion, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and manage donor relationships to sustain engagement.
• Guide donors in giving strategies aligned with values and long-term goals.
• Identify opportunities for new funds, planned gifts, and philanthropic investments.
• Build relationships with attorneys, financial advisors, and other trusted advisors.
• Partner with leadership to implement donor engagement and growth strategies.
• Represent the organization at events and donor meetings to build visibility.
• Maintain donor records and contribute to reporting and planning efforts.
• Monitor trends in philanthropy to identify opportunities for innovation.

Skills

Philanthropy & donor relations

Major gifts fundraising

Relationship management

Consultative philanthropy

Networking & stakeholder engagement

Communication & listening

Education

Bachelors in nonprofit management, business, communications, finance, or related field

Job description

Scion Executive Search in Appleton, WI seeks a Director of Philanthropy to lead donor engagement and strategy for a community-focused philanthropic organization. You will cultivate relationships with donors, fundholders, families, and advisors to advance meaningful giving and lasting impact.

The role blends relationship management with strategic philanthropy, including gifts, funds, and planned giving. You’ll collaborate across teams, represent the organization at events, and ensure donor