Description
About LeadingAge Virginia
LeadingAge Virginia is a membership association that advocates on behalf of nonprofit aging-services providers, paid and unpaid caregivers. We serve a community of roughly 130 member organizations across Virginia, offering advocacy, regulatory support, member engagement, education, and workforce development. We are executing a bold 2026–2029 strategic plan and deliberately building the next version of our organization—strengthening our operations, sharpening our mission, and creating real impact in a field that matters more every year.
About PositiveAge
As the 501c3 affiliate of LeadingAge Virginia, PositiveAge is focused on transforming the aging experience in Virginia by building coalitions and developing innovative solutions to promote positive aging. Key strategies for success include collaborating with aging services providers throughout the Commonwealth on programs that directly address the needs of older adults and learning from the lived experiences of older Virginians, their families, and caregivers to ensure those programs are relevant, meaningful, and effective. An essential component of many of our programs is recognizing the older adult community and their caregivers as subject matter experts, actively involving them in shaping a grassroots, community-driven approach to advocacy and strengthening long-term services and supports for all Virginians.
The Opportunity
The Director of Philanthropy is a key staff role supporting the President & CEO and the PositiveAge board in growing PositiveAge’s philanthropic capacity and impact. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Director will develop and execute fundraising strategy, manage donor relationships, oversee grant administration, and support the PositiveAge board's governance and advancement work.
This is a structured staff position with clear authority and accountability. You will support the board and execute a fundraising mandate, with full backing of association leadership and the resources of LeadingAge Virginia. PositiveAge is part of a healthy, growing organization, and this work will directly support our member mission and our strategic plan.
Position Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy focused on individual donors, corporate sponsors, and grant opportunities. Identify and cultivate major donors aligned with the mission. Build a pipeline of prospects and manage donor relationships from identification through stewardship. Set and track fundraising goals, reporting progress to the board quarterly.
PositiveAge Operations
Oversee grant administration, including grant reporting, compliance, and evaluation. Maintain accurate records of all donations and grants. Work with the board treasurer on financial planning and budget. Ensure all PositiveAge activities meet regulatory requirements and IRS compliance.
Board & Member Engagement
Partner with the PositiveAge board to advance fundraising efforts. Communicate PositiveAge's impact to members and stakeholders. Identify board giving and solicitation opportunities.
Collaboration
Work closely with the LeadingAge Virginia leadership team to align PositiveAge work with organizational priorities. The Director will be part of a committed team building something together.
Requirements
Required
3+ years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience. Demonstrated success with donor cultivation, major gifts, and grant writing. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Passion for the nonprofit mission and the aging-services field.
Will consider Hybrid work with the understanding that being in the office at least monthly is required.
Preferred
Experience fundraising for a nonprofit, association or healthcare-related organization. Familiarity with the aging services sector or health policy. Grant management or grantee reporting experience. Knowledge of Virginia's nonprofit regulatory environment.
