Director of Philanthropy (Hybrid – Denver)

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with ACLU of Colorado
in the search for a Director of Philanthropy.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Philanthropy
will lead initiatives that increase ACLU of Colorado’s revenue
stream in support of the significant expansion of its influence and
impact over the next five to ten years. Building on existing donor
relationships and a robust major donor prospect pool and partnering
with the National ACLU office on key leadership gift strategies,
the Director of Philanthropy will have a significant opportunity to
increase investments in ACLU of Colorado and to play a major role
in an organization that continues to make a real difference in
people’s lives every day.

The Director of Philanthropy will provide visionary, strategic
leadership that builds and strengthens lifelong relationships
between donors and the organization, toward a goal of generating
transformational gifts to support ACLU of Colorado’s current and
future strategic goals. The Director of Philanthropy will develop
and oversee the program to raise funds for the affiliate, including
identifying prospects that have both capacity and demonstrated
interest in investing in ACLU to generate longstanding, tangible
victories. Working closely with the Executive Director, Senior
Leadership Team, National ACLU, staff, and Board of Directors, the
Director of Philanthropy will plan, oversee, and execute the
organization’s fundraising program, with particular emphasis on the
leadership and major gifts program, focusing on donors with the
capacity to give $10,000 and above annually.

ACLU of Colorado is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization guided by
a mission to protect, defend, and extend the civil rights and civil
liberties of all people in Colorado. As the oldest and largest
civil rights organization in Colorado, its work is guided by the
Bill of Rights, ensuring the freedoms contained within are
available for members of marginalized communities, including people
of color, LGBTQ+ people, women, immigrants, people experiencing
poverty, unhoused people, incarcerated people, and students. ACLU
of Colorado relies exclusively on generous donations from
supporters to continue this important work. The organization began
with a staff of two, an Executive Director and a part-time clerical
assistant, and has become a team with more than two dozen staff, a
$5.5 million budget, and many loyal volunteers. ACLU of Colorado
believes—and works to ground all fundraising efforts—in racial
equity and social justice.

ACLU of Colorado is an equitable opportunity employer. It
believes that having a board, staff, and volunteer base with
diverse personal and professional backgrounds enhances its ability
to meet its mission and creates an environment where
all community members can thrive. It strongly encourages
applications from all qualified persons, including people of color,
immigrants, women, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+
community, those who have been formerly incarcerated, and other
members of underrepresented and marginalized groups. 

All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé.
Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of ACLU of
Colorado as well as the responsibilities and qualifications
presented in the prospectus. At least seven years of experience
managing a complex, nonprofit development program including
significant experience in major donor fundraising, planned giving,
event management, and grant writing is required for this position.
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $150,000
annually.

ACLU of Colorado is committed to the inclusion of all qualified
candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing
this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection
process, please contact Jeanette Rivera-Watts at [email protected].

To apply for this position, visit:
https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1378.