Senior Philanthropic Advisor, Major Gifts and Principal Gifts
BridgePoint Associates
Posted
Aug 13, 2026
Location
Remote (US)
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$140000 - $170000
Mission
What you will drive
Senior Philanthropic Advisor (Major Gifts and Principal Gifts) Highly Regarded National Nonprofit REMOTE in Boston, San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, Chicago Metro Areas or Florida (state-wide) Salary Range: $140,000 to $170,000 / year. Potential flexibility based on experience + Bonus Potential Terrific Senior Philanthropic Advisor position with a highly regarded national nonprofit. This frontline fundraiser will contribute significantly to major giving and principal giving initiatives, with annual fundraising exceeding $120 million, up from just $30 million in 2021. This is a remote position based in the following markets: Greater Boston Area San Francisco Bay Area Greater Dallas Area Greater Houston Area Greater Chicago Area Florida (state-wide) The Senior Philanthropic Advisor position will provide strategic moves management for a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of giving major/principal gifts at the $100,000 to $1,000,000+ level. The role will manage a portfolio of 100-125 donors and prospects. Responsibilities: Provide moves management to a portfolio of 100-125 major and principal gift donors, securing gifts of $100,000 to $1,000,000+ (up to $5 million) Achieve fundraising goals and ensure prospect pipeline growth Manage the fundraising lifecycle and collaborate as needed with the AVP for higher level gifts Develop and maintain deep, trusted relationships with donors and prospects, including high-net-worth individuals and families Collaborate with volunteer Boards at the International, Corporate, and Chapter levels to further fundraising Identify planned giving prospects through donor discussions and make introductions to the AVP of Planned Giving Utilize portfolio data and analytics to inform fundraising strategy and decisions Qualifications: Approximately 8+ years of relevant major and/or principal gifts fundraising experience Bachelor's degree; experience in lieu of a degree will be considered Demonstrated success of independently securing gifts at the $500,000 and above level At least some experience securing 7-figure gifts Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to work remotely and collaborate virtually Experience leveraging data to inform fundraising strategies Ability to convey scientific terminology to various audiences Proficient with Salesforce or similar CRM Experience at a national, matrix, chapter-based organization is a plus Travel as needed, up to 40% of the time Equal opportunity employer.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Senior Philanthropic Advisor (Major Gifts and Principal Gifts) Highly Regarded National Nonprofit REMOTE in Boston, San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, Chicago Metro Areas or Florida (state-wide) Salary Range: $140,000 to $170,000 / year. Potential flexibility based on experience + Bonus Potential Terrific Senior Philanthropic Advisor position with a highly regarded national nonprofit. This frontline fundraiser will contribute significantly to major giving and principal giving initiatives, with annual fundraising exceeding $120 million, up from just $30 million in 2021. This is a remote position based in the following markets: Greater Boston Area San Francisco Bay Area Greater Dallas Area Greater Houston Area Greater Chicago Area Florida (state-wide) The Senior Philanthropic Advisor position will provide strategic moves management for a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of giving major/principal gifts at the $100,000 to $1,000,000+ level. The role will manage a portfolio of 100-125 donors and prospects. Responsibilities: Provide moves management to a portfolio of 100-125 major and principal gift donors, securing gifts of $100,000 to $1,000,000+ (up to $5 million) Achieve fundraising goals and ensure prospect pipeline growth Manage the fundraising lifecycle and collaborate as needed with the AVP for higher level gifts Develop and maintain deep, trusted relationships with donors and prospects, including high-net-worth individuals and families Collaborate with volunteer Boards at the International, Corporate, and Chapter levels to further fundraising Identify planned giving prospects through donor discussions and make introductions to the AVP of Planned Giving Utilize portfolio data and analytics to inform fundraising strategy and decisions Qualifications: Approximately 8+ years of relevant major and/or principal gifts fundraising experience Bachelor's degree; experience in lieu of a degree will be considered Demonstrated success of independently securing gifts at the $500,000 and above level At least some experience securing 7-figure gifts Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to work remotely and collaborate virtually Experience leveraging data to inform fundraising strategies Ability to convey scientific terminology to various audiences Proficient with Salesforce or similar CRM Experience at a national, matrix, chapter-based organization is a plus Travel as needed, up to 40% of the time Equal opportunity employer.