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Boulder Crest Foundation · 18 hours ago

Vice President, Philanthropy

Bluemont, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$140K/yr - $150K/yr

10+ years exp

Boulder Crest Foundation is seeking a mission-driven Vice President of Philanthropy to lead a comprehensive fundraising program in support of their work advancing Posttraumatic Growth for veterans, first responders, and their families. This senior leadership role involves setting and executing fundraising strategies, managing a team, and building relationships with donors and community stakeholders.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Design and execute an integrated development strategy spanning major gifts, grants, events, community partnerships, and grassroots giving

Establish annual fundraising goals and translate them into clear, actionable plans

Track performance, share insights with leadership, and prepare regular updates for the CEO and Board

Identify, engage, and steward major donors and institutional partners

Partner closely with the Chairman and CEO on high-level donor outreach

Ensure thoughtful, consistent donor recognition and stewardship experiences

Manage a team of five professionals, including Grants Manager, Community & Events Manager, Donor Stewardship Specialist, Director of Development (Arizona), and Director of Development (Texas)

Foster accountability, clarity, and professional growth through regular meetings and coaching

Continuously assess roles, workflows, and capacity to ensure effectiveness and scale

Ensure excellence in grant management, donor data integrity, and reporting using DonorPerfect

Oversee gift processing, acknowledgments, departmental budgeting, and expense approvals

Oversee signature events and represent Boulder Crest in community and partner settings

Guide fundraising communications, including donor materials, impact reporting, and digital engagement

Support volunteer engagement and on-site experiences at Boulder Crest Virginia

Develop strategic partnerships with businesses, community leaders, influencers, and national organizations

Deploy creative strategies to raise both funds and awareness year over year

Qualification

Fundraising experienceNonprofit leadershipMajor gifts expertiseCRM systems experienceProject managementCoaching skillsCommunication skillsRelationship buildingProblem solvingTeam management

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

10+ years of fundraising experience, including success and expertise in major gifts, grants, and donor engagement

5+ years of nonprofit leadership experience, managing teams and building comprehensive revenue strategies

Values-aligned leader who embodies Boulder Crest Foundation's core values: Passionate, Kind, Competent, Curious, and Courageous

Collaborative, decisive leader who operates comfortably at the executive level

Data-savvy and systems-oriented with experience using CRM systems to drive strategy and track results

Seasoned manager with expert coaching and performance management skills and the capability to develop high-performing teams

Adept project manager to meet expectations, timelines, and budgets

Problem solver versus problem identifier, who attacks issues with vigor and tenacity using appropriate techniques

Skilled communicator and relationship builder to inspire trust and confidence across donors, board members, partners, and staff

Personal commitment to developing deep understanding of Boulder Crest's Posttraumatic Growth mission and ability to articulate our impact to diverse audiences