Strategic Major Gifts Director — Building Impact

Gift of Life Marrow Registry; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gift of Life Marrow Registry is seeking an Associate Director, Major Gifts to lead a portfolio of high-capacity donors and foundations. The role drives philanthropic revenue through personalized engagement, visits, and strategic fundraising initiatives.

The successful candidate will manage a 100–150 prospect pipeline, develop tailored cultivation strategies, and solicit leadership gifts to meet revenue goals. Collaborative donor stewardship and cross-team planning are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in major gifts or related fundraising.
• Proven track record of securing major gifts or high-value commitments.
• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects and donors.
• Manage a personal portfolio of approximately 100–150 major gift prospects with the capacity to give at $25,000+.
• Solicit major and leadership gifts and meet annual revenue goals.
• Maintain accurate donor interactions and movement within the donor pipeline.
• Collaborate with the Development Team to coordinate fundraising strategies and donor messaging.
• Plan and support donor events, site tours, and recognition activities.

Skills

Major gifts

Relationship-building

Portfolio management

Communication

Donor research

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Gift of Life Marrow Registry is seeking an Associate Director, Major Gifts to lead a portfolio of high-capacity donors and foundations. The role drives philanthropic revenue through personalized engagement, visits, and strategic fundraising initiatives.

The successful candidate will manage a 100–150 prospect pipeline, develop tailored cultivation strategies, and solicit leadership gifts to meet revenue goals. Collaborative donor stewardship and cross-team planning are essential.