Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships

Background

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit – and we demand more for our communities. Over our 15-year history, we have reimagined the role of philanthropy and provided immeasurable support to communities and nonprofit partners that are leading transformational change for Brooklyn. With a new model for community philanthropy, we are bringing together Brooklynites, Brooklyn backers, businesses, and broader believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.

We are a platform for galvanizing giving. We are here to ensure that ideas are met with resources, challenges are met with solutions, and inequity is met with justice.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships will be responsible for expanding and diversifying the foundation’s donor‑advised fund (DAF) donor base by cultivating relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals, corporate philanthropists, and professional advisors. By leveraging philanthropic tax strategies, estate planning, and donor relations, the Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships will drive growth in DAF participation while ensuring a seamless, high‑touch experience for both new and existing fund holders.

They will also manage and provide strategic direction to the Donor Services Manager and the Grants & Compliance Manager, ensuring cohesive service delivery, strong compliance, and impeccable data management. This role requires flexibility, including early morning, evening, or weekend commitments to accommodate donor engagements and events.

• Proactively identify and engage prospective DAF donors, including high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family foundations, and corporate partners.
• Conduct individualized donor consultations to discuss tax‑efficient giving options and long‑term philanthropic goals.
• Collaborate with potential donors to customize giving strategies that align with their values, financial objectives, and community impact aspirations.
• Partner closely with the Chief Development Officer and Development team to ensure coordinated relationship management, clear communication, and alignment across donor‑advised, major gifts, corporate, and institutional fundraising efforts.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with estate planners, tax attorneys, wealth managers, and other financial professionals.
• Host educational seminars, webinars, and workshops to inform advisors and their clients about the benefits and mechanics of DAFs.
• Provide customized tools, resources, and support to assist advisors in discussing philanthropic opportunities with their clients.

• Coordinate with the Donor Services Manager to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new DAF holders, including fund agreement setup and initial contribution guidance.
• Identify opportunities to thoughtfully introduce fund holders to Brooklyn Org’s leadership, programs, events, and funding priorities as appropriate to their interests and philanthropic goals.
• Maintain ongoing engagement with fund holders by offering personalized support, updates, and consultations to maximize donor satisfaction and retention.
• Conduct annual strategy reviews for fund holders, helping them refine their philanthropic focus and achieve greater impact.

• Work closely with and have dotted line responsibility for the Donor Services Manager and the Grants & Compliance Manager, providing guidance, and support.
• Ensure accurate, secure, and compliant data management practices for all donor records and fundholder information.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance systems and processes that optimize donor engagement, compliance, and relationship tracking.

• Utilize philanthropic tax strategies, planned giving vehicles (including trusts and bequests), and estate planning structures to guide donors and advisors.
• Ensure all donor agreements, gift…