Director of Philanthropy

Planned Parenthood South Atlantic

Director of Philanthropy at Planned Parenthood South Atlantic managing fundraising and development programs. Cultivating major gifts and driving organizational fundraising goals within a diverse service area.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $69,000 - $89,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and manage innovative strategies to engage, cultivate, and secure support from a wide range of prospective donors.
Lead efforts that contribute directly to meeting or exceeding all philanthropic goals for the assigned region and across the affiliate.
Manage a personal portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, cultivating many of the affiliate’s most critical philanthropic relationships.
Partner with the Vice President for Development, CEO, Board members, and volunteer leaders to craft individualized solicitation and stewardship strategies.
Execute affiliate-wide initiatives for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, stewarding, and recognizing gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
Assist with securing sponsorships for special events designed to grow the donor base and increase public awareness.
Support efforts to build foundation and corporate partnerships, including grant proposal development and compliance with reporting requirements.
Contribute to setting annual fundraising goals and building strategic development plans that support organizational sustainability and expansion.
Engage and support the Board of Directors in their philanthropic and advocacy responsibilities.
Collaborate with Education and Public Policy teams to integrate fundraising with public awareness and political engagement efforts.
Provide insight for the creation of marketing and promotional materials that elevate PPSAT’s visibility and donor engagement.
Work closely with the CEO, Board, and internal leaders on initiatives to secure funding for site-specific and affiliate-wide priorities.
Lead or co-lead select development projects across the affiliate.
Motivate and coordinate volunteers, including community councils, to strengthen fundraising and advocacy efforts.
Ensure all fundraising activities comply with regulations governing 501(c)(3) charitable organizations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior supervisory experience with volunteers and/or administrative staff.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution **and** 2–4 years of fundraising development experience, **or** 6 years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience analyzing and utilizing data to guide decision-making.
CFRE certification is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Hard Skills & Tools

fundraising developmentgrant proposal developmentdata analysisstrategic development planningportfolio managementdonor cultivationsolicitation strategiesstewardship strategiesevent sponsorshipcompliance reporting

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationmotivationcommunicationorganizational skillsrelationship managementadvocacystrategic thinkingpublic awarenessteam coordination

Certifications

CFRE certification