Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships - Harris Rand Lusk : Job Details

Background:

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn's brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and grit – and we demand more for our communities.

Over 15 years, we have reimagined philanthropy, supporting communities and nonprofit partners leading change for Brooklyn. We bring together Brooklynites, businesses, and believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.

We galvanize giving to ensure ideas are funded, challenges solved, and inequity addressed.

The Position:

The Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships reports to the Chief of Staff. Responsibilities include expanding and diversifying the foundation's donor-advised fund (DAF) donor base by cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate philanthropists, and professional advisors. The role involves leveraging expertise in philanthropic tax strategies, estate planning, and donor relations to grow DAF participation and ensure a seamless experience for fundholders. The VP will also manage the Donor Services Manager and Grants & Compliance Manager, ensuring cohesive service, compliance, and data management. Flexibility for occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends is required for donor events.

Responsibilities:

Donor Cultivation & Acquisition

• Identify and engage prospective DAF donors, including high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and corporate partners.
• Conduct donor consultations on tax-efficient giving and philanthropic goals.
• Develop customized giving strategies aligned with donors' values and objectives.

Strategic Partnerships & Advisor Engagement

• Build relationships with estate planners, tax attorneys, and financial professionals.
• Host educational events to inform advisors and clients about DAFs.
• Provide tools and support for discussing philanthropy with clients.

Donor Stewardship & Retention

• Ensure smooth onboarding for new fundholders with the Donor Services team.
• Maintain engagement through personalized support and updates.
• Conduct annual reviews to help fundholders refine their philanthropic focus.

Team Leadership & Data Management

• Supervise the Donor Services and Grants & Compliance Managers.
• Oversee secure, compliant data management practices.
• Collaborate to enhance systems for engagement and compliance.

Legal & Financial Knowledge

• Apply expertise in tax strategies, trusts, bequests, and estate planning.
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations and foundation policies.
• Stay updated on trends in tax law and estate planning.

Other duties as assigned.

Other Information:

Full-time staff are expected to work in Downtown Brooklyn, Monday-Thursday, with occasional Friday events.

Brooklyn Org is committed to racial justice and diversifying philanthropy, elevating voices from underrepresented communities in decision-making.

We are an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other protected groups.