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$99,000–$110,000/yr
US 5w PTO

  • Identify and develop a net-new pipeline of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individual donors through research, referrals, and outreach.
  • Own the full fundraising cycle from qualification to close, targeting $3M+ in annual revenue from transformational and multi-year commitments.
  • Partner with executive leadership and leverage events and donor communications to cultivate and convert major gifts.

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$160,000–$200,000/yr
Global Unlimited PTO

  • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies to support organizational growth and sustainability.
  • Build and manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and government grant partners.
  • Supervise a Development Manager and collaborate with leadership to expand donor base and revenue streams.

Earth Species Project is a non-profit using artificial intelligence to decode communication across species, aiming to transform human relationships with nature. The organization has a budget of approximately $8M in 2025 growing to $13M in 2026, with a small, fully remote team and a culture of flexibility and collaboration.

US 3w PTO

  • Focus on building relationships with top foundation donors, securing gifts of $100,000 or more.
  • Complete 120 face-to-face visits annually and manage a portfolio of 50-75 donors.
  • Collaborate with field directors and maintain CRM records to drive major gift strategies.

The American Heart Association has been cutting cardiovascular disease deaths in half since 1924. It is a large nonprofit with a strong culture, offering resources like Heart U university and a commitment to work-life harmonization.

US 6w PTO 12w maternity 12w paternity

  • Prospect, cultivate, and secure five-to-seven figure gifts from private philanthropists.
  • Develop individualized donor plans and manage a comprehensive planned giving program.
  • Oversee donor recognition, event strategy, and cross-functional collaboration with marketing and program teams.

EGPAF is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS. The Development department leads private fundraising growth to advance this mission, securing funding from philanthropists through campaigns, major gifts, and partnerships.

$120,000–$150,000/yr
US 5w PTO 6w maternity 6w paternity

  • Lead fundraising strategy across grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual giving.
  • Build and manage corporate sponsorship programs and partnership packages.
  • Research, write, and submit grant applications while maintaining donor relationships.

This organization advances privacy, choice, and sustainability through open-source technology. It operates with a globally distributed team and a culture of autonomy and collaboration.

$85,500–$92,000/yr
US Unlimited PTO 16w maternity 16w paternity

  • Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with prospects and existing donors for Water Projects and Operations, contributing to revenue and team projects.
  • Build meaningful relationships by visiting supporters virtually and in person, communicating organizational priorities, and growing their giving over time.
  • Report to the Associate Director of Key Relationships and work closely with the team to directly contribute to revenue targets and cross-departmental initiatives.

Charity: Water works with local partners to fund sustainable clean water solutions for people worldwide. Since 2006, with a team of world-changers and an unstoppable community of supporters, we've brought clean water to more than 20 million people, valuing every background and identity in our diverse team.

US

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate, foundation, and individual donors through tailored engagement strategies.
  • Prepare high-quality grant proposals, donor reports, and strategic communications to communicate impact.
  • Lead fundraising operations by maintaining CRM data integrity, overseeing gift processing, and improving workflows.

This mission-driven organization focuses on global development and fundraising to drive international donor engagement. It operates in a remote-first, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams across multiple regions, fostering an inclusive and diverse culture.

US

  • Manage a portfolio of 100-150 major donors, developing and executing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
  • Identify and qualify new prospects through wealth screening, referrals, and relationship mapping.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to create compelling donor proposals, briefing materials, and stewardship reports.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is a national nonprofit mentoring organization that provides children facing adversity with one-to-one mentoring relationships. The organization employs a dedicated team and fosters a culture of inclusion and impact.

$86,400–$145,000/yr
US

  • Drive the California revenue strategy and manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors.
  • Supervise a team of finance staff and consultants to execute fundraising goals.
  • Advise principals on donor engagement and ensure compliance with campaign finance rules.

The Working Families Party is a progressive political party fighting for the multiracial working class. They are a national, unionized organization with a culture of inclusivity and social justice.

$64,900–$109,000/yr
US

  • Design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for California campaigns, focusing on major donors, PACs, and events.
  • Manage major donor cultivation, events, and donor research, serving as the primary point of contact for fundraising efforts.
  • Work closely with senior staff to drive call time, coordinate events and travel, and grow a values-aligned donor program.

The Working Families Party is a progressive political party fighting for the multiracial working class, recruiting and supporting transformational candidates. It is a national organization with a dedicated staff committed to social and economic justice.

US

  • Lead and grow the Foundation's fundraising program for the Pacific Northwest and Northern California, focusing on six and seven-figure gifts.
  • Manage a portfolio of over 100 prospects and develop customized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans.
  • Collaborate with leadership, volunteers, and regional teams to expand the donor pipeline and execute engagement events.

The Obama Foundation inspires, empowers, and connects people to change their world. They are building the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago and have a team guided by values like courage and empathy.

$120,000–$130,000/yr
US

  • Drive revenue growth by developing strategic client partnerships and delivering compelling sales presentations.
  • Maintain and build rapport with senior executives, leading contract negotiations and understanding legal ramifications.
  • Partner across teams with Product, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Delivery to close deals and manage complex sales cycles.

General Assembly provides pioneering, experiential education in web development, data, design, and business. With 60,000 alumni and recognition from Deloitte and Fast Company, we are a leading innovator in workforce training.

$60,000–$70,000/yr
US Unlimited PTO

  • Owns and leads the organization's Race4EveryKid virtual fundraiser and all peer-to-peer and crowdfunding campaigns.
  • Develops and executes a multi-year growth strategy to scale the Race to $1 million in revenue within three years.
  • Builds participant engagement, corporate partnerships, and sponsorship development to drive campaign success.

Soles4Souls turns shoes and clothing into educational and economic opportunities. The company is an equal opportunity employer with a small, mission-driven team, emphasizing transparency, entrepreneurial spirit, accountability, and meaningful impact.