The client is a long-established community foundation focused on connecting donors with nonprofits and the public and private sectors to drive lasting regional impact. Its work includes supporting charitable giving approaches such as donor advised and endowed funds, supporting organizations, impact investing, and charitable estate planning services, with an organizational focus on addressing and reducing the racial and ethnic wealth gap in the Chicago region.
The Chief Philanthropy Officer will report to the President and CEO and will work with the leadership team and relevant board and staff partners to develop asset development and philanthropic strategies. The role will build and maintain strong relationships with constituents and professional advisors, promote the client to new audiences and prospects, and help expand the depth and breadth of private, individual, and institutional support. The Chief Philanthropy Officer will also support internal alignment and understanding across donor services, the endowment, and the overall impact of the Philanthropic Services team.
The Chief Philanthropy Officer will supervise, inspire, and develop an engaged Philanthropic Services team of fifteen, partnering with the team to plan and execute fund development, donor engagement, and stewardship. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership and collaboration skills and will be personally and professionally motivated by the client’s strategy and goals to advance efforts to close the racial and ethnic wealth gap. The search is being facilitated by a partner, with inquiries handled through the talent submission process and confidential discussions.