Major Gifts Officer

The Major Gifts Officer is a key member of the Development team responsible for securing philanthropic support from individual donors and prospects capable of making annual, major, and planned gifts of $25,000 and above. Reporting to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the Major Gifts Officer will manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors, building meaningful relationships that inspire investment in the Museum's mission and strategic priorities.

This externally focused role will help expand and strengthen the Museum's donor community of mid-level Leadership Giving ($1,000+) and Major Gifts ($25,000+) donors as it builds upon the national attention generated by the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and the Museum's 10th Anniversary in 2027.

The Museum’s mission is to uncover and share compelling stories about the diverse people and complex events that sparked America’s ongoing experiment in liberty, equality, and self-government. Ideally situated in the heart of historic Philadelphia, just steps away from Independence Hall, the Museum serves as a portal to the region’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing context, and encouraging exploration. Since opening to the public in 2017, the Museum has gained public and critical acclaim for its "nuanced, warts-and-all version of the American Revolution" and established itself as a destination that brings history to life in a unique and powerful way.

Nearly two million visitors have experienced the Museum’s rich, complex, and inspiring Revolutionary story and millions more have engaged with this fuller, more inclusive telling through online exhibits, interactives, and other virtual programs. As we march toward our 10-year anniversary, the Museum is poised to play a leadership role as a galvanizing force to help guide our country on a path toward building "a more perfect union."

Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 current and prospective mid-level leadership giving donors ($1,000+) and major gifts ($25,000+) donors.

Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned donors and prospects, developing individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans.

Conduct regular donor meetings, visits, and outreach to strengthen relationships and identify philanthropic interests.

Secure annual, multi-year, and planned gifts of $25,000 and above in support of Museum priorities.

Execute moves management strategies designed to acquire, retain, and upgrade donor support.

Meet established fundraising goals and performance metrics, including donor visits, proposals, solicitations, and revenue targets.

Collaborate with colleagues across the Museum to create compelling donor experiences and engagement opportunities.

Working with the Individual Giving Team, plan and support donor cultivation and stewardship events, both onsite and offsite.

Ensure donors receive timely recognition, stewardship, and reporting on the impact of their support.

Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the Museum, communicating its mission, programs, exhibitions, and strategic priorities to donors and prospects.

Partner with Museum leadership, curators, educators, and program staff to understand funding needs and opportunities.

Working with the Development Communications Officer, develop persuasive proposals, gift agreements, donor correspondence, and stewardship materials.

Support the fundraising efforts of the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Philanthropy Officer, and Board members through donor strategy development, briefing materials, and follow-up actions.

Assist in securing support for a range of funding priorities, including unrestricted support, exhibitions, collections, conservation, educational initiatives, endowment, and capital projects.

Maintain accurate donor records, contact reports, and prospect strategies in Raiser’s Edge.

Monitor portfolio performance and prepare regular reports on activity, pipeline development, and fundraising results.

Ensure adherence to fundraising best practices and Museum policies.

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