Executive Director of Philanthropy
- Location
- Atlantic Beach, FL, United States
- Req#
- 8a7885a89d02e553019d2680ca452f04
- Category
- Administration
- Updated at
- 2026-03-26 16:00:31
Ambitious? So are we. Grow with us - and help lead what’s next.
Make Fleet Landing the Next Chapter in Your Story
Filled with great stories and storytellers, Fleet Landing has the power to change the story of your life. When you build a career here, you’ll add depth, purpose, and meaning beyond what you ever imagined.
Our Story
Integrity and passion drive us to be extraordinary. Since 1990, our dynamic, purpose-driven community has set the standard for excellence in senior living. No one offers a community quite like Fleet Landing.
From our pristine campus and luxury healthcare environments to extraordinary dining experiences, our commitment to hospitality excellence is evident in every detail. There is nothing we won’t do to support the successful aging of those who call Fleet Landing home.
As our organization continues to grow and evolve, so does our vision. Through strategic philanthropy, endowment stewardship, and mission-aligned enterprise initiatives, we are building long-term sustainability that ensures our impact will endure for generations.
Your Opportunity
The Executive Director of Philanthropy is a senior leadership role responsible for building and advancing a comprehensive philanthropic and endowment strategy that supports long-term mission sustainability across affiliated organizations.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this executive will establish and lead the Office of Endowment and Charitable Gift Planning while providing strategic oversight of enterprise initiatives and mission-driven ventures. This role partners closely with executive leadership and governing boards to drive fundraising growth, strengthen donor relationships, steward endowed assets, and expand innovative revenue strategies.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a mission-driven organization — building the infrastructure, relationships, and financial strength that will sustain impact for decades to come.
If you are a visionary leader who understands both philanthropy and enterprise strategy — and you are energized by building something lasting — we would love to talk with you.
WELLInspired™ Benefits
Our Residents deserve the very best — and so do you.
In addition to meaningful work, a supportive community, and a competitive executive compensation package, full-time team members enjoy:
- Generous 401(k) match
- 90% employer-paid medical premiums
- Uncapped PTO accrual beginning on day one
- Extraordinary scholarship and continuing education opportunities
We invite you to make Fleet Landing the next chapter in your story — and help shape what comes next.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and lead the Office of Endowment and Charitable Gift Planning as a centralized strategic resource.
- Design and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies including annual, major, and planned giving programs.
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward high-level donor and professional advisor relationships.
- Plan and oversee fundraising events and engagement initiatives that deepen donor relationships and expand philanthropic support.
- Provide strategic oversight of mission-aligned enterprise initiatives to ensure operational integrity and financial performance.
- Partner with executive leadership and governing boards to advance long-term sustainability strategies.
- Ensure proper stewardship, compliance, and reporting of restricted and endowed funds in collaboration with Finance leadership.
- Develop performance metrics, accountability structures, and reporting processes to support governance and operational excellence.
- Serve as a primary representative for philanthropy and enterprise development at community and professional events.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE certification preferred.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in philanthropy, endowment management, nonprofit enterprise operations, or related executive roles.
- Demonstrated success in major and planned giving and strategic fundraising leadership.
- Proven ability to cultivate high-level donor, advisor, and board relationships.
- Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing budgets and endowed assets.
- Excellent executive presence, communication, and presentation skills.
- High ethical standards and deep commitment to mission-driven service.
Fleet Landing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.