Major Gifts Officer

We are seeking a relationship-driven, strategic, and highly motivated Major Gifts Officer to help grow philanthropic support for Driscoll Children’s Hospital throughout South Texas.

• Building and managing long‑term relationships with major donors and prospective donors
• Meeting with individuals, businesses, and community leaders to discuss philanthropic opportunities
• Identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts, often in excess of $100,000
• Managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors
• Helping donors align their giving interests with hospital priorities such as patient programs, capital projects, medical equipment, endowments, and community initiatives
• Collaborating with hospital leadership, volunteers, and development staff on fundraising strategies
• Attending networking events, donor meetings, lunches, and community functions
• Developing thoughtful donor engagement and stewardship strategies
• Tracking donor activity, fundraising progress, and follow‑up communications within the donor database
• Partnering with Marketing and Communications on donor campaigns and fundraising materials
• Supporting fundraising initiatives that strengthen long‑term donor relationships and philanthropic growth
• Occasionally working evenings and weekends for donor meetings and community events

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, business development, sales, or community relations.
• A documented track record of securing multiple gifts and pledges of five‑, six‑, or seven‑figure commitments.

• Experience managing major donor portfolios
• Hospital foundation, nonprofit, or higher education fundraising experience
• Experience working with fundraising campaigns or strategic development initiatives
• Experience with donor databases such as Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge/NXT
• Experience collaborating with executive leadership, boards, or community volunteers

Candidates with significant fundraising and development leadership experience may be considered for an expanded development leadership opportunity.