Regional Philanthropy Officer

We are looking for a Regional Philanthropy Officer who will meet fundraising goals and objectives to serve our mission.  In this role, you will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective individual regional donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross.

What will you do?

• Build and deepen meaningful relationships with current and prospective individual donors throughout the Milwaukee, southeast and northeast part of the state, guiding them from initial connection through long‑term stewardship.
• Partner with the local fundraising team to design and execute a regional donor strategy focused on qualification, retention, growth, and re‑engagement of past supporters.
  Collaborate cross‑functionally with fundraising colleagues and internal partners to create customized solicitation strategies that align donor interests with organizational priorities.
• Manage and actively solicit an assigned portfolio of donors through in‑person visits and virtual meetings, including preparation of compelling, personalized proposals and materials.
• Achieve annual revenue goals by successfully cultivating and stewarding a portfolio of donors and prospects.
• Lead and implement a major gift strategy focused on donors giving $5,000 or more, with a strong emphasis on maximizing philanthropic impact for the American Red Cross
• This position is a blend of work-from-home, in-person meetings with donors, and in office time.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum five years of sales and/or fundraising experience required.
• Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth, and recapture, and proven success with complex requests is required.
• A current valid driver’s license and a good driving record is required.
• Travel: Frequent travel within the Wisconsin region is required.

Benefits For You:

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.