Major Gifts Officer

• Manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects with the capacity to give five- to six-figure gifts annually, designing and implementing individualized strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors
• Ensure all solicitations, acknowledgments, and receipts comply with IRS regulations governing 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities, accurately classifying gifts and tracking donor intent
• Contribute to the design and execution of fundraising campaigns that integrate c3 and c4 strategies, working closely with program and communications staff
• Maintain a disciplined moves management system with accurate data entry and reporting, regularly evaluating portfolio activity toward revenue goals

This role advances the missions of Galvanize USA and Galvanize Action by securing transformational gifts that empower women to engage in civic life and support progressive policies, helping build an America that works for everyone.

• 5–7 years of experience in major gifts fundraising with a proven track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts
• Demonstrated experience fundraising for both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations, including knowledge of related IRS regulations
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and storytelling skills with proficiency in donor databases (CRM) and standard fundraising tools
• CFRE preferred, ability to travel 4-6 times/year, and must be authorized to work in the US (no visa sponsorship available)

Starting salary range of $100,000 - $112,000 with comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families, 401k with 3% automatic contribution and up to 3% employer match, pre-tax transportation benefits, generous paid time off (120 hours vacation, 80 hours health leave, 2 days casual leave, 20 hours volunteer leave annually), 13 paid holidays, and 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave after 90 days.

Galvanize USA is a nonpartisan civic empowerment program for women who want to help build an America that works for everyone, helping women gain confidence, knowledge, and skills to engage in civic life. Galvanize Action identifies, engages, and moves moderate women in rural, small town, and suburban America to reliably support progress.