Philanthropic Advisor

Ann-Arbor-Area-Community-Foundation; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid training

Health/dental/vision benefits

403(b) with match

Life/STD/LTD insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation in Washtenaw County, Michigan, seeks a Philanthropic Advisor to lead planned giving and deepen relationships with professional advisors. You will guide philanthropic strategy and work with donors to maximize impact, while supervising the Donor Engagement Coordinator to enhance donor cultivation and stewardship.

The role requires hands-on fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of modern development and communications tools (CRM, databases, spreadsheets, online research services).
• At least three years of nonprofit fundraising experience.
• Experience in new business development of high-net-worth individuals preferred.
• Comfort speaking to individuals and groups of all sizes.
• Familiarity with Washtenaw County issues, nonprofits, donors, and communities preferred.
• Technologically proficient with Microsoft Office and cloud-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead planned giving strategies and strengthen relationships with professional advisors (financial planners, attorneys, CPAs).
• Advance philanthropic strategy, planning, and execution aligned with Foundation goals.
• Supervise the Donor Engagement Coordinator to support donor cultivation and stewardship.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor engagement

Professional communication

Public speaking

Diversity equity inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit sector

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

CRM

Development software

Databases

Spreadsheets

Online research services

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams)

Job description

Description

The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) is a $200 million dollar community foundation focused on enriching the quality of life in Washtenaw County. Our assets have doubled since 2015 and now AAACF is one of the 20 fastest-growing community foundations in the US. Founded in 1963, AAACF administers over 600 charitable funds. Through a core team of Trustees, employees, and hundreds of volunteers, AAACF works to connect people, charitable causes, and permanent capital for community impact. To learn more, visit www.aaacf.org.

Mission & Vision:

The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation enriches the quality of life in our region through its knowledgeable leadership, engaged grantmaking, and creative partnerships with donors to make philanthropic investments and build endowment.

If social justice, equity issues, and the potential to make a real difference get you excited, then we want you to leverage your human services skills and expertise to make a difference across the Washtenaw Community.

Position Summary:

The Philanthropic Advisor supports AAACF’s mission by working collaboratively as part of the donor services team to provide philanthropic strategy, planning, and execution aligned with the Foundation’s goals and objectives. The Advisor will lead efforts to advance planned giving strategies and strengthen relationships with professional advisors (financial planners, attorneys, CPAs) to expand philanthropic impact. This position also supervises the Donor Engagement Coordinator to support donor cultivation and stewardship.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting pay is $65,000 – $85,000, based on experience and relevant expertise. AAACF also provides a generous benefits package including Company-paid training, excellent health/dental/vision benefits, 403(b) with match, and company paid life/STD/LTD. Generous paid time off and paid holiday schedule.

Education & Credentials:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the nonprofit sector is required. A graduate degree is preferred.

Experience:

A hands-on knowledge of modern development and communications tools (such as development software, CRM, databases, spreadsheets, and online research services) is strongly preferred. Previous experience working in professional setting with at least three (3) years of non-profit fundraising experience. Experience in new business development of high-net-worth individuals is preferred. Experience and comfortability speaking to individuals and groups of all sizes. Familiarity with Washtenaw County issues, nonprofits, donors, and communities is preferred. Technologically savvy with advanced computer skills, including proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams), database programs, Internet and various cloud-based systems.

Other Requirements:

Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity, equity and inclusion. Strong communication, written and verbal and interpersonal skills. Flexible, responsive, and collaborative work style with a strong service mentality. Familiarity with nonprofit funding.

Primary Work Location:

The Philanthropic Advisor must reside in Washtenaw County, Michigan and be willing to travel throughout the county as needed. Onsite attendance at AAACF’s Ann Arbor office five days per week is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance:

Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, arrest record (and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by local and/or federal Law). Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the business would result. We support and promote equal employment opportunity, human dignity, and racial, ethnic, gender, and cultural diversity by taking proactive steps to eliminate barriers that may exist in hiring and in employment practices.