Director of Philanthropy Trustbridge
About the role
The Philanthropy Director will work closely with the President of the Trustbridge Foundation and division leadership to develop, implement, and lead fundraising strategies that advance philanthropic support for the Foundation and its affiliates. This role is responsible for achieving fundraising goals, cultivating donor relationships, managing a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects, and supervising philanthropy team members. The Director acts as an ambassador for the organization, representing its mission and values across the community.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement strategy for annual, major, and planned gifts through strategic donor relationship management (identify, cultivate, solicit, steward, upgrade) to meet short- and long-term organizational goals.
- Work with donors, volunteers, and staff to increase individual donor and foundation support.
- Manage a personal portfolio of 75-100 donors and prospects, with annual fundraising goals of $500K–$1M+, utilizing moves management.
- Supervise philanthropy team members, including paid staff and volunteers.
- Act as an ambassador for Empath Health across the community, representing its mission and values.
- Travel throughout Broward County as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university; master’s degree and/or CFRE certification preferred.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in philanthropy, with at least five years in major gift cultivation and closure.
- At least two years of supervisory experience with paid staff and volunteers preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising CRM.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and retirement plan with company match.
- Wellness programs to support mind and body.
- 5+ weeks of industry-leading PTO.
- CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
Pay
Competitive pay that recognizes and rewards your skills and contributions.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends for fundraising events.
About Empath Health
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary care for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with dignity and compassion. Our mission is to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.