Philanthropy Officer, Foundation

Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc.; Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Kentucky is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to enhance donor support and act as an ambassador for their Foundation. The role involves identifying new prospects, managing relationships, and organizing events to fulfill philanthropic goals. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and strong relationship management skills, aiding in advancing the Foundation's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience in donor management and relationship building preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 prospects with tailored strategies.
• Prepare proposals and solicitations.
• Meet fundraising metrics including visits, calls, and proposals.

Skills

Relationship Management

Customer Service

Fundraising Metrics Tracking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

The Philanthropy Officer will play a critical role in increasing donor support and acts as an ambassador for the Foundation and ARH across the community. Responsibilities include: identifying new donors, cultivating and stewarding existing donors to increase retention and giving levels, and managing relationships between donors and board/staff members. The Officer will also organize and attend Foundation events, Grateful Patient programs, Employee giving campaigns, and other activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Help donors achieve their philanthropic goals through a relationship with our organization.
• Identify and qualify new prospects and donors in the region.
• Coordinate virtual and in-person meetings to cultivate relationships with donors and prospects.
• Prepare proposals, solicitations, reports, and other written materials.
• Track and report key metrics using internal systems.
• Serve as the primary point of contact, providing excellent customer service to donors.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 prospects with tailored cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
• Coordinate with hospital administration, physicians, and senior leadership to advance prospect engagement.
• Arrange meetings with major donors, including scheduling and follow-up to maintain momentum.
• Meet all fundraising metrics, including visits, calls, and proposals.
• Make face-to-face solicitations with approval from the Executive Director.
• Support Foundation activities such as events, programs, and campaigns.
• Identify partnership and speaking opportunities for the Executive Director to promote the Foundation.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree