Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships
Brooklyn Org
Brooklyn, NY
Anticipated Start Date: August 15, 2024
Description
The Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships reports to the Chief of Staff and is responsible for expanding and diversifying the foundation’s donor-advised fund (DAF) donor base by cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate philanthropists, and professional advisors.
By leveraging expertise in philanthropic tax strategies, estate planning, and donor relations, this position will drive the foundation’s growth in DAF participation and ensure a seamless experience for both new and existing fundholders.
The Vice President will also manage and provide strategic direction to the Donor Services Manager and the Grants & Compliance Manager, ensuring cohesive service delivery, robust compliance, and impeccable data management. This role requires flexibility, including occasional early morning, evening, or weekend commitments to accommodate donor engagements and events.
Responsibilities
Donor Cultivation & Acquisition
Proactively identify and engage prospective DAF donors, including high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family foundations, and corporate partners.
Conduct individualized donor consultations to discuss tax-efficient giving options and long-term philanthropic goals.
Collaborate with potential donors to customize giving strategies that align with their values, financial objectives, and community impact aspirations.
Strategic Partnerships & Professional Advisor Engagement
Develop and maintain strong relationships with estate planners, tax attorneys, wealth managers, and other financial professionals.
Host educational seminars, webinars, and workshops to inform advisors and their clients about the benefits and mechanics of DAFs. - Provide customized tools, resources, and support to assist advisors in discussing philanthropic opportunities with their clients.
Donor Stewardship & Retention
Coordinate with the Donor Services Manager to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new DAF holders, including fund agreement setup and initial contribution guidance.
Maintain ongoing engagement with fundholders by offering personalized support, updates, and consultations to maximize donor satisfaction and retention.
Conduct annual strategy reviews for fundholders, helping them refine their philanthropic focus and achieve greater impact.
Team Leadership & Data Management
Directly supervise the Donor Services Manager and the Grants & Compliance Manager, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
Oversee accurate, secure, and compliant data management practices for all donor records and fundholder information.
Collaborate with internal teams to enhance systems and processes that optimize donor engagement, compliance, and relationship tracking.
Legal & Financial Knowledge Application
Utilize expertise in philanthropic tax strategies, planned giving vehicles (including trusts and bequests), and estate planning structures to guide donors and advisors.
Ensure all donor agreements, gift structures, and fund management practices comply with IRS regulations, DAF policies, and the foundation’s guidelines.
Monitor emerging trends and regulations in tax law and estate planning to keep donors and professional advisors informed of new opportunities or requirements.
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Nonprofit Management, Philanthropy, or a related field is required.
Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) or Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) is highly desirable
10+ years of demonstrated success in donor cultivation, relationship management, and securing philanthropic commitments, ideally within a community foundation or financial services environment.
Strong knowledge of donor-advised funds, planned giving vehicles, tax regulations, and wealth management strategies.
Proven ability to develop partnerships and collaborate effectively with professional advisors in estate, tax, and financial planning.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with a track record of building trust and rapport with HNWIs and corporate donors.
Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented approach to managing multiple relationships and initiatives simultaneously.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, compliant, and confidential data.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional early mornings, nights, and weekends to accommodate donor-related events.
Currently full-time employees are expected to work in the BKO office located in Downtown Brooklyn Monday through Thursday with occasional events on Friday. In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, the Organization is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making.
Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer.
The Organization does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
$130,000 – $145,000
How to Apply for this Job
Brooklyn Org has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be directed in confidence to: Kathryn Frances, Research and Operations Manager, Harris Rand Lusk.
Email cover letter and resume to: kfrances@harrisrand.com.
Please include “Brooklyn Org, VP Philanthropic Partnerships” in the subject line of the email.
About the Organization
Brooklyn Org was founded in 2009 as Brooklyn Community Foundation, the first and only public foundation dedicated to New York City’s largest borough. Brooklyn is home to a vast community of high-impact, innovative, locally-led nonprofit organizations. Nevertheless, only 8% of New York City’s philanthropic dollars reach Brooklyn organizations. Since its founding, Brooklyn Org’s mission has been to address this alarming disparity. In 2022 alone, Brooklyn Org distributed a record high $15.6 million in grants – pushing its lifetime total to over $100 million in funding to not-for-profit organizations – making Brooklyn Org one of the borough’s largest grant makers and its largest funder for racial justice.
Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. The organization celebrates Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit—and demands more for its communities. Over its 15-year history, the organization has reimagined the role of philanthropy and provided immeasurable support to communities and nonprofit partners that are leading transformational change for Brooklyn. With a new model for community philanthropy, the organization is bringing together Brooklynites, Brooklyn backers, businesses, and broader believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.
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