Regional Director of Philanthropy - Denver Market

Goodwill of Colorado•Denver, CO

10d•$135,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill of Colorado is seeking a dynamic and accomplished fundraising leader to serve as our Regional Director of Philanthropy – Denver Market. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced development professional to help shape and expand Goodwill's philanthropic presence in Colorado's largest and most competitive giving market. We're looking for a strategic relationship-builder with a proven track record of securing major gifts, cultivating influential partnerships, and opening doors to new opportunities. The ideal Regional Director of Philanthropy – Denver Market brings an established network within the Denver community and is energized by the challenge of growing a donor pipeline, building meaningful connections, and creating lasting impact through philanthropy. This role is more than traditional fundraising, it is about creating and growing a market. As a key ambassador for Goodwill's mission, you will connect individuals, corporations, foundations, and community leaders to transformational opportunities that support education, workforce development, and career advancement across Colorado. Success in this position requires an entrepreneurial mindset, strong business acumen, and the confidence to develop new relationships while strategically stewarding long-term philanthropic partnerships. If you're passionate about building something meaningful, thrive in a highly visible leadership role, and are motivated by the opportunity to expand Goodwill's impact throughout the Denver metro area, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of philanthropy at Goodwill of Colorado.

Requirements

A Bachelors degree in related field is preferred; or education and equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree.
Demonstrated success securing and closing high five- and six-figure philanthropic gifts.
Experience building a major gifts portfolio through proactive prospect identification and relationship development.
Proven ability to cultivate and manage relationships with major donors, corporate executives, philanthropists, board members, community leaders, business partners, and other key stakeholders, using strategic moves management and donor engagement practices. With a track record of consistently meeting or exceeding annual fundraising objectives.
Experience in a large, complex nonprofit organization or comparable fundraising environment preferred.
Strong networking and collaboration skills with the confidence to initiate new relationships and engage diverse audiences.
Demonstrated entrepreneurial and strategic thinker with the ability to identify opportunities, adapt to changing priorities, and execute growth-oriented fundraising strategies.
Self-motivated, resilient, and adaptable with the ability to manage competing priorities and achieve ambitious fundraising goals. Relationship-driven with genuine curiosity to understand donor motivations, community needs, and philanthropic interests.
Exceptional verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
The incumbent will be required and must have the ability to drive for company business.
Applicants/employees will be required to undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and background check; applicants/employees must disclose all moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes (within the last five (5) years); must have valid Colorado State driver license; must also be able to operate company vehicle, and adhere to all Federal, State, and local laws governing vehicle operation.
Applicants/employees using their personal vehicle for company business (receiving company mileage reimbursement), must have valid vehicle insurance, valid driver license, and vehicle must be in roadworthy condition.

Nice To Haves

Experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift donors, corporate partners, foundations, and other philanthropic supporters preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and expansion of Goodwill of Colorado's philanthropic presence throughout the Denver metropolitan area.
Develop and execute strategies to grow philanthropic revenue through major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundation support, and community engagement.
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects and donors to build a sustainable fundraising pipeline.
Establish and maintain trusted relationships with business leaders, community stakeholders, philanthropic partners, and key influencers.
Serve as a visible ambassador for Goodwill of Colorado, representing the organization's mission, programs, and community impact throughout the Denver market.
Proactively generate new fundraising opportunities by identifying and engaging prospective donors, partners, and community supporters.
Conduct donor discovery, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and relationship-management activities to achieve fundraising goals.
Develop and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, corporate partners, foundations, and community leaders.
Collaborate with executive leadership, board members, volunteers, and internal stakeholders to enhance philanthropic support and community visibility.
Create and implement donor engagement strategies that connect philanthropic investments with workforce development, education, and career advancement initiatives.
Monitor fundraising performance and pipeline activity, utilizing data and metrics to drive decision-making and achieve revenue objectives.
Represent Goodwill at networking events, community meetings, industry associations, and philanthropic gatherings to increase awareness and support.
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and donor communications that communicate organizational impact and funding opportunities.
Maintain accurate donor records, prospect activity, and fundraising forecasts in the donor management system.
Exercise a high degree of autonomy, initiative, and strategic judgment in identifying opportunities and advancing donor relationships.
Achieve established fundraising, donor acquisition, donor retention, and pipeline development goals.
Support the long-term growth and sustainability of Goodwill's philanthropic footprint in Colorado's largest and most competitive charitable giving market.