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 benefits (medical/dental/vision

403(b) with match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

The Philanthropic Advisor at Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation works with the donor services team to provide philanthropic strategy, planning, and execution aligned with the Foundation's goals. The Advisor will lead efforts to advance planned giving strategies and strengthen relationships with professional advisors to expand philanthropic impact.

Based in Washtenaw County, this position requires residency and onsite attendance at AAACF's Ann Arbor office five days per week.

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of development and fundraising tools; non-profit fundraising experience preferred.
• Experience in donor engagement and major gifts work with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with Washtenaw County issues, donors, and communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planned giving strategies and strengthen relationships with professional advisors.
• Support donor services with philanthropic strategy, planning, and execution.
• Supervise Donor Engagement Coordinator to support cultivation and stewardship.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising strategy

Nonprofit development

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Tools

CRM

MS Office

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.

Statistics show that marginalized groups - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. AAACF is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging - so if you're excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement below. Who knows, you might be the right for another future role!

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.