Strategic Donor Relations Program Manager

1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Program Manager, Donor Relations to lead a system‑wide donor stewardship program across hospitals and foundations. You will design recognition and reporting cadences, collaborate with frontline fundraisers, and ensure donors feel connected to impact.

You will manage communications, maintain records, coordinate with Donor Services, and contribute to strategic planning with philanthropy operations. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in donor relations are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in fundraising, communications, or related field.
• 5+ years in a development office or donor relations/stewardship.
• 3–5+ years with Salesforce or similar CRM.

Responsibilities

• Lead donor stewardship, write and manage donor communications, and coordinate recognition programs.
• Coordinate stewardship plans with foundations’ frontline fundraisers and track ownership.
• Maintain donor records, balance pledges, and ensure timely reporting and transparency.
• Collaborate with philanthropy operations and events to support fundraising campaigns.
• Develop SOPs and train teams on new procedures across foundation units.

Skills

Donor relations

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Cross-functional

Storytelling

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fundraising, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

CRM

MS Office

Job description

Endeavor Health is seeking a Program Manager, Donor Relations to lead a system‑wide donor stewardship program across hospitals and foundations. You will design recognition and reporting cadences, collaborate with frontline fundraisers, and ensure donors feel connected to impact.

You will manage communications, maintain records, coordinate with Donor Services, and contribute to strategic planning with philanthropy operations. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in donor relations are preferred.