Philanthropy Director

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Care for pets. Find them homes. Save lives. That's the mission at Nevada Humane Society.

We're a high-save organization helping nearly 34,000 animals in our community each year and caring for approximately 10,000 across both of our campuses. through sheltering, adoptions and community-centered programs and services that help find pets loving homes and keep them there. We are seeking a Philanthropy Director to join our team at our Reno Campus. In this role, you'll provide daily care, support positive outcomes, and help match pets with the families who will love them for life.

At NHS, lifesaving work is powered by dedicated professionals. We support our team with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and a workplace rooted in compassion, teamwork, and purpose.

Candidates wishing to be considered should provide work samples demonstrating your fundraising experience, such as donor solicitations, stewardship communications, cultivation materials, annual giving appeals, or donor event materials.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As the Director of Philanthropy, you play a vital role in advancing Nevada Humane Society's mission to care for pets, find them loving homes, and save lives. Your leadership helps drive our values forward by guiding your team with compassion and purpose. In this role, you also partner with authorized personnel to make thoughtful employment decisions that align with our organizational goals - ensuring we remain compliant with policies, procedures, and employment laws while fostering a positive, mission-aligned workplace.

This is a full time job

Name Melissa Davis Title Chief Philanthropy Officer Telephone Number  Email Address mdavis@nevadahumanesociety.org Website https://nevadahumanesociety.org/who-we-are/careers/

Closing Date:
Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Posting Date: September 4, 2026

Closing Date: October 4, 2026