Major Gifts Officer, Regional - Northeast

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Per Scholas is seeking a Major Gifts Officer, Northeast, an energetic and strategic accelerator of major gifts, to identify, cultivate, and secure five- and six-figure contributions by deepening relationships with donors across key Northeast markets.

This is a new role, geographically based, to focus on growing commitments from donors and prospects through regular, high-touch engagement, including donor meetings, campus visits, and small-group events. The Major Gifts Officer will play a critical role in leveraging Per Scholas’ 2030 strategic plan to inspire increased philanthropic investment.

With a primary focus on New York City, the tri-state area, and Greater Boston, this role partners closely with local and national stakeholders to advance strong moves management practices and build a sustainable base of major and leadership giving along the Northeast corridor.

This is an emerging and evolving program, and the Major Gifts Officer will have meaningful influence in shaping strategy, systems, and best practices while driving near-term fundraising results. The role is well-suited for a fundraiser energized by building, testing, and refining approaches in real time.

• Lead and orchestrate the solicitation of major gifts in the $10,000–$99,999 range, with an explicit focus on upgrading donors and strengthening the leadership giving pipeline across Northeast markets.
• In close collaboration with the Senior Director of Major and Leadership Gifts, steward a portfolio of 80+ current donors while identifying, qualifying, and cultivating 30+ new prospects with the capacity to make gifts of $10,000 or more in the Northeast.
• Contribute to the design and refinement of a major gifts program, helping to establish strategy, processes, and best practices while advancing immediate fundraising outcomes.
• Advance a disciplined moves management system to deepen engagement and unlock the full potential of an established Northeast donor base, ensuring consistent progression, portfolio accountability, and data-driven tracking of activity and results
• Partner closely with regionally based development and program teams to engage donors through localized cultivation and stewardship experiences, including campus visits and market-specific events.
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