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Chief Philanthropy Officer

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confidentialSkokie (IL)

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About the role

Chief Philanthropy Officer
About the Company:
  • Community-focused nonprofit advancing inclusive living and support services
  • IndustryNon-Profit Organization Management
  • TypeNon Profit
Employees51-200
About the Role: The Company is seeking a Chief Philanthropy Officer to lead fundraising strategy and guide a team in achieving contributed-income goals through annual giving and planned gifts. Working with senior and board leadership, the role builds sustainable, mission-aligned support through donor relationships and personalized engagement. Responsibilities include setting fundraising goals and budgets, monitoring results and donor data, and providing analysis to inform future plans. The CPO will manage a portfolio of major-gift prospects, cultivate and solicit donors, oversee prospect stewardship and recognition, and grow planned giving. The role also supports grant development, donor communications, presentations, and fundraising events. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field; a master's degree is preferred. At least 10 years of full-time professional fundraising experience is required, along with a demonstrated record of donor stewardship, securing major gifts, and prospect research that leads to new gifts. Strong skills in fundraising strategy, donor cultivation, portfolio management, and data-informed planning are important. The successful candidate will collaborate effectively with leadership, board members, volunteers, and colleagues, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and working with diverse communities. Hiring Manager TitleChief Executive Officer (CEO) Functions Non-Profit Management

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