Executive Director

The Leeway Foundation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leeway Foundation, a Philadelphia-based nonprofit, seeks an Executive Director to lead a dedicated staff and collaborate with a committed board to continue funding cultural producers advancing art, social justice, and community empowerment. The role emphasizes equity, inclusive leadership, and strategic growth to expand resources for grantees and applicants.

The Executive Director will guide organizational strategy, represent Leeway in philanthropy and coalitions, and ensure strong

Job description

The Leeway Foundation supports women and trans artists and cultural producers working in communities at the intersection of art, culture, and social change. Through their grantmaking and other programs, they promote artistic expression that amplifies the voices of those on the margins, promotes sustainable and healthy communities, and works in the service of movements for economic and social justice. At a pivotal moment of change with Leeway’s long-time leader moving on, Leeway now invites applications and nominations for its next Executive Director.

The Executive Director will lead an exemplary staff, in partnership with a committed board, to continue to fund the impactful work of cultural producers in the Philadelphia area, expand resources deployed to support grantees and applicants, and influence the field of philanthropy to shift power to artists and communities they support.

More information about The Leeway Foundation may be found at: www.leeway.org

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement & Invitation from Leeway

At Leeway Foundation, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, creative, and resilient organization. We encourage people of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application and interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equal benefits and privileges of employment.

A Note to Potential Candidates

Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and we welcome the opportunity for new insight into our work. If you feel resonance with this position description, we would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.