The Center in Hollywood · 2 months ago
Director of Philanthropy
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expThe Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending isolation and breaking the cycle of homelessness through radical hospitality in Hollywood and throughout LA County. They are seeking a Director of Philanthropy to lead the development of a comprehensive fundraising program, fostering relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations while guiding a talented team to achieve the organization's mission.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Design and implement an annual development strategy to grow private philanthropy (individuals, corporations, and foundations)
Partner with the Executive Director to engage and support the Board of Directors in fundraising and relationship building
Lead and mentor a small, motivated team in donor communications, events, grants management, and volunteer engagement
Establish systems, reasonable metrics, and workflows that support sustainable fundraising growth
Champion The Center’s mission and values of radical hospitality in all donor communications and relationships
Advisory Board Management
Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, with an emphasis on deepening engagement and growing a base of loyal, values-aligned supporters
Partner with foundation program officers and corporate partners to maintain and expand funding through authentic, trust-based relationships
Create & oversee giving campaigns, peer-to-peer events (such as The Center’s hiking event), and other creative fundraising initiatives that invite community participation
Ensure accurate donor tracking, acknowledgement, and reporting through effective CRM management, cross-department collaboration, and transparent communication
Craft and steward messaging that reflects The Center’s ethos of radical hospitality, telling stories that honor the dignity and humanity of participants, staff, and donors alike
Partner with the Development Coordinator to ensure that all written and visual communications—such as appeals, newsletters, social media, and event materials—reflect consistent, mission-centered storytelling and authentic gratitude
Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and leadership team to align philanthropic messaging with organizational priorities and community impact
Provide mentorship and coaching that supports professional growth and collaboration
Model The Center’s values of dignity, empathy, and partnership
Foster a culture of joy, inclusion, and shared purpose—where staff look forward to coming to work, even on hard days
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive experience in fundraising and development, with a track record of building and sustaining donor relationships
Demonstrated success in cultivating and stewarding individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners
Proven desire and ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team toward shared goals and collective impact
Strong strategic and entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and perseverance to build systems, processes, and culture from the ground up
Excellent and ethical communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate program impact into compelling donor engagement
Deep commitment to equity, dignity, and The Center's mission of radical hospitality, with an understanding of trauma-informed and community-centered approaches
Experience managing and leveraging donor management systems and fundraising software (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce, or similar)
Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience required
Preferred
CFRE certification preferred
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Vacation: 80–160 hours per year (based on years of service)
½ Day Fridays: Every Week
Sick time: 56 hours (7 days) per year
Personal time: 40 hours (5 days) per year
12 paid holidays
Health Benefits
Medical: Multiple Blue Shield and Kaiser plans
Dental and vision coverage options
Basic life and AD&D insurance ($25,000 policy)
Financial Benefits
401(k) with company match (up to $500 after 3 months)
Student loan repayment assistance (up to $2,000/year)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,000/year)
Professional Development
Educational stipends for degree holders ($500–$1,500 annually)
Professional development fund (up to $2,000/year)
Career laddering and advancement programs
Work-Life Balance & Perks
Summer Fridays (4 hours PTO June–August)
Paid family leave (up to 100% salary)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and free counseling
Linguistic stipend for multilingual employees
“Empleado Fabuloso” monthly recognition program (8-hour vacation bonus)
Sabbatical: 1 month paid after 3 years, 3 months after 7 years
Committees for Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI) with stipends
Company
The Center in Hollywood
The Center serves as a collaborative hub that works to to bring people out of isolation, find sustainable housing for chronically homeless population, and provide supportive community for those already in housing.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase