Director of Philanthropy (Immediate Opening)

Description

Director of Philanthropy

Mission: ​​The Director of Philanthropy is a seasoned major-gifts fundraiser responsible for securing transformational philanthropic investments that advance IDEA Public Schools’ mission. Managing a multi-region portfolio of high-capacity donors, the Director drives strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to grow IDEA’s pipeline of individuals, corporations, and foundations capable of giving $10,000–$250,000+ annually.

Operating within IDEA’s new Foundation model, the Director applies a disciplined, data-informed approach to portfolio strategy—executing thoughtful qualification, crafting tailored donor pathways, and aligning every engagement to long-term revenue growth. The role requires mastery in major gifts, including multi-year commitments, donor-advised funds, endowed gifts, and planned giving, and the ability to translate IDEA’s bold ambitions into compelling investment opportunities.
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