Remote Major Gifts Officer – Conservation Fundraising

American Prairie Foundation; Bozeman (MT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Prairie Foundation in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to build relationships with donors and turn connections into major gift support for Forever Wild. You will manage a portfolio of 80–120 donors and contribute to a multi-year fundraising strategy.

You will lead discovery, qualify prospects, and solicit five-figure gifts, with travel and flexible hours. Collaboration with Marketing and Philanthropy teams is essential to drive campaign success.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of directly related philanthropy experience, including personal solicitation of major gifts.
• Experience securing gifts at the $25,000-$100,000 level, with growth toward larger asks.
• Strong discovery and cultivation skills to advance prospects.
• Knowledge of moves management, philanthropy ethics, and donor-centered fundraising.
• Experience with Salesforce or another CRM preferred.
• Ability to travel 15-25% and work non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects using moves management, with in-person and virtual visits, phone and email outreach, events, and hosted visits to American Prairie properties.
• Leads discovery outreach to qualify new prospects and advance cultivation and solicitation.
• Prepares and presents gift proposals in collaboration with senior philanthropy staff and leadership.
• Develops knowledge of Forever Wild program and shares updates with portfolio donors.
• Works with Philanthropy Operations, Marketing, and Salesforce to identify prospects and track activity.
• Keeps donor records in Salesforce accurate and current, including dossiers and solicitation plans.
• Partners with volunteer hosts to organize local and regional donor events.
• Collaborates with Marketing to align messaging with philanthropy priorities.

Job description

American Prairie Foundation in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to build relationships with donors and turn connections into major gift support for Forever Wild. You will manage a portfolio of 80–120 donors and contribute to a multi-year fundraising strategy.

You will lead discovery, qualify prospects, and solicit five-figure gifts, with travel and flexible hours. Collaboration with Marketing and Philanthropy teams is essential to drive campaign success.