Major Gifts & Foundation Development Lead

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in the Seattle area seeks a Foundation Development Officer to maximize philanthropic opportunities by engaging major philanthropists and managing a donor portfolio. You will build relationships with hospitals, hospice, research institutes, and community partners, applying fundraising principles and strong communication to reach ambitious annual goals.

Join a mission‑driven team that values collaboration, ethical fundraising, and strategic stakeholder engagement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of philanthropy concepts and fundraising principles.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management.
• Excellent organization, communication, and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Owns a foundation development portfolio and drives donor engagement.
• Develops and implements strategies for fund development and a sales-based fundraising approach.
• Stewards all donors to ensure ongoing support and high retention.
• Meets or exceeds annual fundraising goals and collaborates with Foundation leadership.
• Builds relationships with hospitals, hospice, and research institutes to advance the mission.

Skills

Portfolio management

Fundraising

Donor relations

Prospect research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in the Seattle area seeks a Foundation Development Officer to maximize philanthropic opportunities by engaging major philanthropists and managing a donor portfolio. You will build relationships with hospitals, hospice, research institutes, and community partners, applying fundraising principles and strong communication to reach ambitious annual goals.

Join a mission‑driven team that values collaboration, ethical fundraising, and strategic stakeholder engagement