Director of Philanthropy (26-27)
IDEA Public SchoolsTexas, United States • San Antonio, Texas, United States • Austin, Texas, United States • El Paso, Texas, United States • Houston, Texas, United States • Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Posted February 26, 2026
98200 - 115900 USD
Full Time
About the Company
IDEA Public Schools is a network of tuition-free K-12 public charter schools dedicated to ensuring every child can attend college. Founded in 2000, IDEA has grown to serve over 80,000 students across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and Ohio, boasting national rankings for top high schools. The company's key value proposition is its commitment to sending 100% of its graduates to college, making it a distinctive leader in the education sector.
Job Description
The Director of Philanthropy is a seasoned major-gifts fundraiser responsible for securing transformational philanthropic investments that advance IDEA Public Schools’ mission. The role requires mastery in major gifts, including multi-year commitments, donor-advised funds, endowed gifts, and planned giving, and the ability to translate IDEA’s bold ambitions into compelling investment opportunities.
Requirements
- Manage a multi-region portfolio of high-capacity donors
- Develop and execute individualized donor strategies informed by data, research, and relationship history
- Conduct thoughtful donor qualification and discovery to assess capacity, interest, and readiness
- Prepare and deliver compelling proposals and gift solicitations
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of donor interactions, strategies, and progress within IDEA’s CRM
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Disability, life insurance
- Parenting benefits
- Flexible spending account options
- Generous vacation time
- Referral bonuses
- Professional development
- 403(b) plan
