Major Gifts Officer chez Unitedwayla
Unitedwayla · Hybrid - DTLA & Remote, États-Unis d'Amérique · Hybrid
- Bureau à Hybrid - DTLA & Remote
WHO WE ARE
United Way of Greater Los Angeles (UWGLA) is home to the change makers and justice seekers. We're individuals from various walks of life making collective steps towards a better future for our community. Our focus is on bringing about real and sustainable change by unleashing the collective power of people to open minds, unite diverse communities, and convert compassion into action for a more just, inclusive, and thriving L.A. County. Together, we make tangible impact on some of our region's most pressing challenges by expanding educational opportunity, advancing economic mobility, strengthening community resilience, and helping people thrive. For us, being 'united' isn't just in reference to our organization but to our hope for the future of Los Angeles. Regardless of race, gender, orientation, or self-identification - we do our part as one by making room for all.
WHAT WE DO
Our Development department advances United Way's mission by building a coalition of donors, connectors, and advocates who believe in the power of collective action to create a stronger, more equitable, and more prosperous Los Angeles. Our success is measured by the strength of our partnerships and the resources we mobilize to advance our mission. At our core, we are passionate advocates who believe that the support we inspire today directly shapes how far we can go tomorrow in building a stronger Los Angeles.
WHY WE NEED YOU
We are inviting natural connectors and disciplined closers with a passion for turning one-on-one relationships into lasting philanthropic partnerships to apply for our Major Gifts Officer role.
You'll build real relationships with a portfolio of major and mid-level donors, spotting the right moments to deepen their investment, guiding donors toward giving society membership, and reactivating lapsed supporters, all driving meaningful growth of individual giving revenue.
You will have the unique opportunity to see your work translate directly into students completing programs, families gaining financial stability, and neighbors recovering from crisis, knowing every gift you close helps fund real outcomes across Los Angeles.
HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE TO THE CAUSE
Major Gifts ($10k+)
Major Donor Giving Society (Tocqueville)
Mid-Level Leadership Giving ($1,000–$9,999)
Donor Stewardship
Lapsed Donor Reactivation & Reporting
WHAT 1 YEAR OF SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
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Secure $1M in major gift revenue
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Build and actively steward a pipeline of 125 qualified prospects
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Retain 80% of current donors within assigned portfolio
SKILLS YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED (The Must-Haves)
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising required.
Must have experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors, including securing major gifts and growing donor portfolios.
Must have experience securing gifts of $10,000 or greater from individual donors.
Personal Qualities & Competencies:
You enjoy a hybrid environment that includes both in-person and remote work styles and are able to work from our DTLA office on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and additional days as needed.
You understand the value of racial equity as an organizational operating principle and are committed to continued learning on issues related to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
You are curious about emerging technology and artificial intelligence and always looking for practical ways to apply new tools to work smarter and drive greater impact.
You're willing to flex your schedule occasionally for early-morning, evening, or weekend donor and partner events.
You are comfortable making the ask and confidently leading donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship conversations.
You are a strategic relationship builder who can engage and influence stakeholders ranging from first-time donors to high-net-worth philanthropists and community leaders.
You are accountable for results and have a track record of setting ambitious goals, developing strategies to achieve them, and consistently delivering outcomes.
