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Youth Guidance

Chief Strategy Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Drive organizational revenue growth through new business models, venture philanthropy investments, national strategic partnerships, fee for service opportunities, and innovative investment structures ...

US Venture, Inc.

U.S. Venture Open Intern

Appleton, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Venture Open philanthropic golf outing. This position will work throughout Summer 2027 with potential to work during winter break and spring break leading up to summer 2027. This role is located at ...

Solomon Page

Operations Associate

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$40/hr

Interest in social impact investment and venture philanthropy as tools to tackle the hardest problems in New York City. If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please ...

ImpactAlpha Inc.

$150 - $200/hr

About Charter School Growth Fund The Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) is a leading nonprofit venture philanthropy organization dedicated to identifying, investing in, and supporting the nation ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for venture philanthropy in the United States is $174,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Venture Philanthropy job involves applying investment principles to philanthropy, providing funding and strategic support to social enterprises, nonprofits, or mission-driven organizations. Professionals in this field focus on impact measurement, capacity building, and sustainable growth, often taking an active role in guiding organizations toward long-term success. These roles exist in foundations, impact investment firms, and specialized funds, blending financial acumen with a commitment to social change.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in venture philanthropy?

To thrive in Venture Philanthropy, you need strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and a deep understanding of both nonprofit and investment strategies, often supported by experience in finance, social impact, or related fields. Familiarity with impact measurement frameworks, due diligence processes, and financial modeling tools such as Excel or specialized impact platforms is essential. Outstanding relationship-building, communication, and strategic thinking are crucial soft skills for collaborating with diverse stakeholders and guiding social enterprises. These skills enable professionals to effectively identify, support, and scale organizations that deliver both social and financial returns.

What are some typical challenges faced in a venture philanthropy role, and how can they be addressed?

A common challenge in Venture Philanthropy is balancing the dual goals of achieving meaningful social impact while ensuring financial sustainability for supported organizations. Professionals in this field often navigate complex stakeholder expectations and must adapt to evolving measurement standards for social outcomes. Working collaboratively with investees, co-funders, and nonprofit partners requires adaptability, a strong understanding of sector trends, and clear communication skills. Proactively seeking professional development and staying informed about impact measurement best practices can help tackle these challenges and drive successful partnerships.

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Infographic showing various Venture Philanthropy job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Temporary. Highlights an 62% In-person, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $174,532 per year, or $83.9 per hour.

Development Manager, Strategic Philanthropy

Columbia, MD • On-site, Remote

Foundation Fighting Blindness
Scientific Research and Development Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Conduct research and due diligence to identify, assess, and qualify high-potential philanthropic prospects.

  • Support the advancement of strategic fundraising priorities through planning, execution, and follow-through.

  • Coordinate high-touch donor cultivation and stewardship experiences, including event logistics and engagement activities.

Job description

The Development Manager, Strategic Philanthropy serves as a key partner to senior philanthropy leadership, supporting the development and advancement of a robust philanthropic pipeline. This role combines prospect research, donor intelligence, relationship management, CRM oversight, and donor engagement strategy to help identify, cultivate, and advance transformational giving opportunities. Working across domestic and international markets, the Development Manager helps deliver exceptional donor experiences and strengthens the organization's ability to build meaningful, long-term philanthropic partnerships.
Core Responsibilities include:Donor Intelligence, Qualification & Pipeline Development
  • Conduct research and due diligence to identify, assess, and qualify high-potential individual, foundation, and institutional philanthropic prospects.
  • Analyze philanthropic interests, giving history, capacity, and alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Develop prospect profiles, donor intelligence briefs, and engagement recommendations to support cultivation strategies.
  • Draft introductory and follow-up communications to support relationship-building and donor engagement efforts.
  • Prepare briefing materials, background research, and meeting preparation documents for philanthropy leadership.
  • Track prospect activity, engagement plans, and next steps within the CRM to maintain a healthy and actionable pipeline.
Strategic Philanthropy Execution
  • Support the advancement of strategic fundraising priorities through coordinated planning, execution, and follow-through.
  • Maintain an accurate philanthropic pipeline, ensuring opportunities are appropriately staged, documented, and progressed.
  • Develop dashboards, reports, and pipeline analyses to support fundraising strategy and leadership decision-making.
  • Prepare agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and meeting summaries; monitor progress on key action items.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to support philanthropic initiatives and donor engagement activities.
  • Partner with Marketing and Communications to develop donor-facing materials, presentations, and stewardship collateral.
Donor Engagement & Stewardship
  • Support cultivation and stewardship strategies for current and prospective donors.
  • Prepare donor intelligence and briefing materials for philanthropy leadership and frontline fundraisers.
  • Draft donor communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship touchpoints.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of donor interactions, commitments, and engagement activities within the CRM.
  • Support the delivery of personalized, high-quality experiences that strengthen donor relationships and long-term engagement.
Cultivation Events & Special Engagements
  • Coordinate high-touch donor cultivation and stewardship experiences in the U.S. and internationally.
  • Manage event logistics, guest strategy, invitation and RSVP tracking, vendor coordination, briefing packets, run-of-show planning, and post-event follow-up.
  • Support intimate donor gatherings and engagement opportunities designed to strengthen relationships with high-net-worth individuals and philanthropic partners.
  • Ensure excellence, consistency, and attention to detail across all donor-facing experiences.
Required Qualifications:
  • 4-7 years of experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor relations, prospect development, advancement services, relationship management, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting prospect research, due diligence, and donor intelligence gathering.
  • Experience maintaining and managing donor or prospect information within a CRM platform (Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, Virtuous, Blackbaud, or similar systems).
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive briefings, donor communications, presentations, or reports.
  • Experience coordinating meetings, events, or engagement activities for senior leaders, donors, clients, or other external stakeholders.
  • High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential donor and organizational information.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in reporting, documentation, and follow-through.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with international fundraising or global philanthropic engagement.
  • Familiarity with ultra-high-net-worth donor strategy and venture philanthropy models.
  • Comfort operating in executive-facing, high-visibility settings.
  • Experience building dashboards, KPIs, or campaign reporting tools.
Position Specifics:
  • Location: This position is work from home-office: candidates must reside in MD, D.C., or VA.
  • Compensation: Budgeted starting salary range: $80,000- 90,000/yr, commensurate with experience and aligned with geographic market considerations and internal equity
  • Additional Compensation: Eligible for an annual incentive bonus of up to 5%
  • Tools & support: HP or Mac laptop, monitor, printer, and $120 monthly technology stipend
  • Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, with flexibility; occasional evenings and weekends as required for planned events
  • Reporting relationship: Reports to the Chief of Philanthropy
  • People management: No direct reports

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