Overview

POSITION SUMMARYThe Associate Director of Philanthropy is a member of the Philanthropy team and serves as a front-line fundraiser responsible for generating revenue through leadership annual giving and corporate giving. This position actively solicits gifts, manages key donor and corporate relationships, and develops strategies to grow philanthropic support aligned with institutional priorities.This role plays a central part in building a sustainable culture of philanthropy by connecting donors and corporate partners to the museum's mission, exhibitions, and community impact. Through consistent and thoughtful communication, solicitation, and stewardship, the Associate Director of Philanthropy works to increase participation, strengthen retention, and expand long term support.The Associate Director of Philanthropy supervises the Donor Engagement Manager and ensures that donor solicitation, benefit fulfillment and engagement activities are executed at a high level. This position also serves as the primary staff liaison to the Individual Giving Committee and the Corporate Committee, working closely with trustees and volunteers to support solicitation strategies, strengthen relationships, and advance fundraising goals.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITESReporting directly to the Director of Philanthropy, duties include, but are not limited to:Leadership Annual Giving Lead strategy and execution of the Founders Society, including acquisition, retention, and upgrade effortsActively solicit leadership annual gifts and renewals through direct outreach including meetings, calls, and written proposalsDevelop annual plans and measurable goals to grow leadership annual givingManage a portfolio of leadership donors and prospects with a focus on relationship building and solicitationCreate and implement targeted communication and renewal strategiesPartner with trustees and volunteers to engage donors and support solicitation effortsPlan and implement recognition and stewardship events that strengthen donor connection to the museum Corporate Giving and Sponsorships Lead the strategy, cultivation, and active solicitation of corporate gifts and sponsorships to meet and exceed budgeted fundraising goalsWork closely with the Corporate Committee and Board members to identify, cultivate, and solicit corporate supportManage and grow relationships with current corporate partners through consistent communication and stewardshipDevelop and execute strategies to secure new corporate donors and expand participationCreate customized sponsorship opportunities tied to exhibitions, programs, and eventsPrepare proposals, presentations, and agreements to secure corporate fundingPosition the museum as a strong partner for corporations seeking community impact and visibilityTrack progress toward revenue goals and adjust strategies to meet fundraising targets Donor Engagement and Stewardship Oversee fulfillment of donor and corporate partner benefitsEnsure timely and accurate execution of all stewardship activitiesDevelop engagement opportunities that connect donors to programs and impactCollaborate across departments to support events and recognition experiencesMaintain a high level of service and responsiveness to donor needs Staff Management Supervise the Donor Engagement ManagerProvide direction, feedback, and support to achieve program goalsEnsure coordination between engagement activities and fundraising priorities Board and Committee Engagement Serve as primary staff liaison to the Individual Giving Committee and Corporate CommitteePartner with committee members to develop and execute fundraising and solicitation strategiesPrepare materials, reports, and updates for meetingsEngage trustees and volunteers in donor cultivation and corporate partnership developmentSupport board members in their role as ambassadors and fundraisers for the museum MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree requiredFive or more years of relevant fundraising or corporate relations