About Trevor:
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. Our non-profit provides 24/7 life-saving support via phone, text, and chat. We also operate the world’s largest safe space social networking site for LGBTQ+ youth and run innovative research, education, and advocacy programs. We’ve been saving lives every day for over 20 years.
Every day, and in every role, our staff contribute to our critical mission of ending suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people by embodying our values:
Heart–We care deeply and commit to do what matters
Integrity–We build trust through our words and actions
Community-Together, we are an unstoppable force for good
Belonging-We serve as allies to the mission, and to each other
Progress-We continually move onward and upward
Applicants and staff must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The Trevor Project will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.
Role: Vice President of Major Gifts
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Eligibility: Authorization to work for any employer in the United States is required. The Trevor Project will not sponsor a work visa for this role.
Classification: Exempt Full Time
Union Role? No
Salary Range: $160k - $180k
Summary:
The VP of Major Gifts plays a pivotal role in steering the fundraising efforts of our organization, focusing on developing strategic plans to secure major donations. The individual will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, (Including a portfolio of their own) ensuring the sustainability and growth of our fundraising initiatives. The role involves leading a team of fundraising professionals, ensuring their growth and success through effective management and mentorship. Collaboration with executive leadership, board members, and fundraising staff is essential to maximize fundraising opportunities. The VP of Major Gifts will also harness data analytics to evaluate fundraising activities and report on progress to stakeholders.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for major gift fundraising in alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
- Identify, cultivate, and steward major donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, to secure significant gifts in support of our mission.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with major donors, key stakeholders, and internal teams to facilitate effective fundraising efforts.
- Lead and mentor a team of fundraising professionals, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to ensure the success of major gift initiatives.
- Collaborate closely with the executive team, board members, and other fundraising staff to leverage resources and maximize fundraising opportunities.
- Utilize data analytics to track fundraising progress, evaluate campaign effectiveness, and generate reports for stakeholders and leadership.
- Demonstrate fair, ethical, and equitable business practices
- Learn eagerly, share knowledge appropriately, and improve continuously
- Demonstrate successful planning and problem-solving skills, including multitasking and working well within tight timelines
- Work, communicate, and collaborate effectively with others
- Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in all work
- Demonstrate a commitment to fostering and maintaining an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging
- Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in major gift fundraising or related field.
- Proven track record of successfully securing major gifts from individual donors, corporations, and foundations.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience with fundraising software and data analytics tools preferred.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
Why Trevor?
A career that truly makes a difference in the lives of LGBTQ young people–every single day
Outstanding benefits, including:
Comprehensive health insurance, including plan coverage for various gender affirmation care (and we pay 100% of your employee contribution premiums for medical, dental, vision, AND basic life insurance)
403(b) retirement plan with 3% match
Generous vacation and 13 paid holidays (one of our holidays is Harvey Milk Day!) plus two floating holidays and three half-day Fridays during the summer
Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work-life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
In-network mental health office and virtual visits are covered at 100%, and out-of-network visits are covered at an enhanced level.
Remote work from the continental US, Alaska, or Hawaii (we provide the technology, a monthly internet reimbursement, and reimbursement to outfit your work-from-home space!)
Professional and Learning Development Trainings/Education: including a professional subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to more than 13,000 high-quality on-demand courses.
Online Subscription to Headspace, a digital mindfulness and meditation platform
The Trevor Project provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law or policy. The Trevor Project complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity in employment.
The Trevor Project is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please submit a request
here. Please do not disclose medical information in this form–this information will be viewed only by our benefits team and will remain secure. This form is only for those requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. This form is not an application - you must still apply through The Trevor Project careers website.
