Vice President of Philanthropy

Cassia a nonprofit mission-driven senior living organization is seeking an experienced and visionary Vice President of Philanthropy to serve as the chief philanthropy officer for the Cassia Foundation and lead fundraising donor engagement stewardship and philanthropic strategy across Cassia. Reporting to the President and CEO and serving as a member of Cassias senior leadership team this role will help advance our mission of fostering fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christs love by building meaningful relationships that inspire generosity and mission impact.

As the Vice President of Philanthropy you will lead a comprehensive fundraising program that includes major gifts planned giving annual giving grants campaigns foundation relations corporate partnerships donor stewardship and community engagement. The ideal candidate brings at least 10 years of progressive fundraising leadership experience and is a strategic relationship-driven leader with demonstrated fundraising success securing major and planned gifts. Youll cultivate a culture of generosity connect donors with meaningful opportunities and partner with organizational leaders board members community leaders and donors to advance Cassias mission.

Position Type:Full-Time benefits eligible position

Wage Range:$175000 - $210000 annually depending on experience

Location: 7171 Ohms Lane Edina MN 55439

• Provide vision and leadership for all philanthropic initiatives across Cassia and promote a donor-centered philosophy throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Cassias strategic priorities including measurable goals key performance indicators and long-range objectives.
• Lead fundraising activities across major gifts annual giving planned giving campaigns grants corporate partnerships foundation support and endowment development.
• Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects; cultivate solicit and steward transformational gifts that advance strategic priorities.
• Direct the growth and long-term sustainability of the Cassia Foundation including capital campaigns special initiatives and strategic funding opportunities.
• Partner with executive leadership board members operational leaders and community leaders to strengthen philanthropic engagement and identify mission-centered funding opportunities.
• Develop compelling cases for support and ensure donors receive meaningful stewardship and reporting that demonstrates the impact of their generosity.
• Lead mentor and develop the philanthropy team while fostering collaboration accountability innovation and professional growth.
• Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Cassia Board related to giving and strengthen board and volunteer philanthropic leadership.
• Develop and manage the Foundation budget use data and performance metrics to guide decision-making and ensure exceptional stewardship of charitable resources.
• Ensure compliance with legal ethical and regulatory fundraising standards and maintain appropriate confidentiality and data integrity.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for Cassias mission vision values and Christian heritage through storytelling relationship-building and community engagement.

• Strong commitment to Cassias mission vision and values.
• Bachelors degree in philanthropy nonprofit management business communications marketing or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible fundraising leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success securing major and planned gifts and leading comprehensive fundraising programs and strategic initiatives.
• Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams and collaborating withboards executive leaders and community stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication relationship-building presentation and storytelling skills.
• Commitment to ethical fundraising practices donor stewardship and responsible management of charitable resources.
• CFRE or CFRM certification preferred.
• Experience in senior living healthcare faith-based organizations human services or related nonprofit environments preferred.
• Experience leading major capital or comprehensive campaigns and managing multi-site fundraising programs preferred.

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical Dental Vision Disability Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance

About Us:

Cassias mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christs love. Our vision is to be a living expression of Christs love through extraordinary service and excellence. Guided by our values of Compassion Integrity Excellence Innovation Stewardship Unity Respect and Collaboration Cassia serves older adults through a continuum of housing healthcare hospitality and community-based services across multiple states.

At Cassia relationships matter. We are a deeply mission-centered organization where faith service stewardship and people-first leadership shape the way we care for residents support team members and partner with donors.To learn more visit our website: us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference.

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.