Senior Director of Stewardship and Donor Services

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is how Milwaukee works together. For over a century, we have helped generous people give back to the community. Together with donors and partners throughout the region, the Foundation invests in the potential of people and places, supports community-grown solutions and strives to end the systemic racism that holds our region back. Through the power of transformative philanthropy and social change, we are focused on shaping a future where everyone thrives – a Milwaukee for all.

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation seeks a Senior Director of Stewardship and Donor Services to join our mission-centered, collaborative team during an exciting period of growth as we steward our donors and funds and continue to grow the financial assets and community impact of the Foundation.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Services, the ideal candidate will:

·       Lead and motivate a six-person team of Philanthropic Advisers

·       Design, implement, and evaluate annual philanthropic advising team strategies and strategic goals

·       Manage and deepen relationships with a personal portfolio of 50-75 current and prospective high-touch donors

·       Oversee planning and execution of large-scale signature events

·       Update and oversee organization of department policies, processes, and procedures

·       Enhance the Foundation’s visibility in the Milwaukee community

This role is a blend of management, strategy, collaboration, and hands-on implementation, combining oversight of operations and processes with motivating and inspiring team members and donors—all in a complex community foundation space.

About Us

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is Wisconsin's largest community foundation. Since 1915, the Foundation has been at the heart of the civic community, helping donors achieve their greatest philanthropic impact, elevating the work of changemakers across neighborhoods, and bringing people and organizations together to help the region thrive. 

Compensation and Benefits

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation offers a competitive salary and generous benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, flexible spending, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, an inclusive dress code, and free parking.

The salary for this position is $130,525.

 This search is being conducted by TWB Fundraising Senior Vice Presidents Amy Blumenthal and Anne Summers.

To learn more about the role, please see the full position description, which includes a link to apply.

 The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages candidates of all backgrounds, including people of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply.