Director of Philanthropic Development and Marketing

Director of Philanthropic Development & Marketing

Company: GENYOUth
Location: Remote (Candidates must be located near New York City, Washington, DC, or Chicago)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Up to $135,000+ annually, with paid benefits, paid time off, and retirement benefits

About GENYOUth

GENYOUth is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to creating healthier school communities and improving youth well-being. Through partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community organizations, GENYOUth helps ensure students have access to nutrition, physical activity, and critical resources that enable them to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

The organization is widely known for its innovative programs and high-profile fundraising initiatives, including support of nationally recognized events such as the Taste of the NFL and Taste of the Draft.

About the Role

As Director of Philanthropic Development & Marketing, you will lead strategic fundraising and partnership development initiatives designed to generate significant philanthropic support for GENYOUth's mission. This role is central to building and managing relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, major donors, and philanthropic partners while driving revenue growth through high-impact fundraising strategies.

Working closely with executive leadership, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Marketing Officer, you will help shape organizational growth initiatives, expand national partnerships, and secure transformational funding that supports healthier school communities nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising efforts generating $3 million to $5 million annually through corporate partnerships, foundation grants, sponsorships, and philanthropic contributions
• Develop and execute strategic fundraising and partnership development plans
• Build and maintain relationships with executives, corporate sponsors, foundations, and major donors capable of six- and seven-figure commitments
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospective funding partners
• Partner with executive leadership on organizational growth strategies and high-level fundraising initiatives
• Support nationally recognized fundraising programs and events, including Taste of the NFL and Taste of the Draft
• Manage and expand existing partnerships while identifying new revenue opportunities
• Develop compelling proposals, presentations, and sponsorship opportunities
• Oversee and mentor the Development Coordinator
• Track fundraising activities and donor engagement through CRM and fundraising systems

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 7 years of experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, sponsorship sales, business development, nonprofit development, or related fields
• Proven success securing major gifts, sponsorships, and philanthropic funding
• Strong experience building and managing corporate and foundation relationships
• Exceptional communication, presentation, proposal development, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with fundraising and CRM platforms, including Salesforce and Raiser's Edge
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Canva
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-value relationships and fundraising initiatives simultaneously

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to $135,000+ based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and retirement benefits
• Remote work environment with flexibility
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on youth wellness and healthier school communities nationwide
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership on strategic organizational initiatives
• Leadership opportunity overseeing development operations and partnership growth
• Limited travel requirement of approximately 5–10%
• Professional growth within a mission-driven national nonprofit organization