KABOOM!
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KABOOM! Provided Pay Range This range is provided by KABOOM!. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $175,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr
Who We Are KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ensuring that every kid, in every community, has an amazing place to play. Our mission is to end playspace inequity – the reality that playspaces are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. We unite with communities to build kid‑designed playspaces that can spark joy and foster a sense of belonging for the kids who are often denied opportunities to thrive.
What We Offer At KABOOM!, we believe in supporting your well‑being, financial security, and professional growth. Our total rewards package includes:
403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match
Annual bonus eligibility based on team and individual performance
Student Loan Assistance Program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, wellness resources, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Opportunities for professional development
About the Role The Vice President of Development is a senior leader responsible for shaping and executing KABOOM!’s fundraising strategy and managing the day‑to‑day operations of the Development department. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Vice President serves as a Senior Team member and acts as a key driver of revenue generation, donor stewardship, and development team management.
This role is responsible for the execution of fundraising initiatives across multiple channels—including corporate, foundation, individual, and government giving—and directly manages a high‑performing team to meet or exceed annual revenue goals. The Vice President works in close partnership with the CDO to operationalize the long‑term development strategy and ensure alignment with KABOOM!’s mission, financial objectives, and strategic priorities.
What You’ll Do
Operationalize and execute the implementation of a multi‑year fundraising strategy
Translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable fundraising plans, pipelines, and performance metrics
Manage day‑to‑day fundraising activities across all revenue streams (corporate, foundation, government, and individual donors), ensuring sustained and diversified revenue growth
Oversee the development of compelling proposals, donor reports, and stewardship materials in collaboration with the Communications and Programs teams
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Partner with the CDO to translate the long‑term development vision into annual and multi‑year revenue plans aligned with organizational goals
Lead revenue forecasting, donor pipeline analysis, and scenario planning to guide executive decision‑making and ensure financial sustainability
Continuously assess market trends and fundraising performance to refine strategies and maximize growth potential
Lead the execution of major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for individual donors and family foundations
Build and manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospects with significant capacity, in collaboration with the CDO and CEO
Ensure best‑in‑class donor stewardship and engagement practices that promote long‑term partnership and retention
Directly supervise and develop Development team members, fostering a culture of professional growth, innovation, accountability, and results
Establish clear goals and performance metrics for each team member, ensuring they have the resources and guidance to meet and exceed fundraising targets and are aligned with the organization’s strategy, financial plan, and business model
Enhance internal capacity by identifying and implementing best practices in fundraising, donor stewardship, and partnership management
Proactively support team development through coaching, mentorship, and succession planning initiatives
Cross‑Team Collaboration & Organizational Impact
Manage cross‑department collaboration to ensure fundraising efforts align with KABOOM!’s goals, strategy, financial plan, business model, and operational needs
Develop strong cases of support in partnership with program, communications, and executive leadership to communicate KABOOM!’s value and outcomes and to attract new funders
Provide data‑driven insights and regular fundraising reports to the CDO and Executive Team ensuring transparency and informed decision‑making
Additional Requirements
Ability to travel nationally for donor meetings, stewardship, and fundraising events
What You’ll Bring
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or partnership management roles within nonprofit, foundation, or mission‑driven organizations, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
Proven leadership experience in development, philanthropy, or business development, with a track record of securing multi‑million‑dollar gifts and partnerships
Deep understanding of corporate, foundation, and individual giving trends, with the ability to build and sustain high‑value partnerships
Experience leading large‑scale fundraising initiatives, managing complex donor relationships, and navigating evolving funding environments
Strong strategic and business acumen, with experience developing and executing revenue growth strategies Exceptional relationship‑building and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire executive‑level stakeholders, donors, and partners
Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth
Equal Opportunity Statement Building an inclusive, high‑performing team that is diverse across lines of personal identity is integral to our success and we are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate against any job applicant or employee because of their race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
We actively strive and evolve to develop and maintain fully inclusive workspaces. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Disclaimer This job description does not constitute an employee agreement between the employer and the employee: this description is subject to change by the employer as the needs and requirements of the position change.
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KABOOM! Provided Pay Range This range is provided by KABOOM!. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $175,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr
Who We Are KABOOM! is the national nonprofit committed to ensuring that every kid, in every community, has an amazing place to play. Our mission is to end playspace inequity – the reality that playspaces are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. We unite with communities to build kid‑designed playspaces that can spark joy and foster a sense of belonging for the kids who are often denied opportunities to thrive.
What We Offer At KABOOM!, we believe in supporting your well‑being, financial security, and professional growth. Our total rewards package includes:
403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match
Annual bonus eligibility based on team and individual performance
Student Loan Assistance Program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, wellness resources, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Opportunities for professional development
About the Role The Vice President of Development is a senior leader responsible for shaping and executing KABOOM!’s fundraising strategy and managing the day‑to‑day operations of the Development department. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Vice President serves as a Senior Team member and acts as a key driver of revenue generation, donor stewardship, and development team management.
This role is responsible for the execution of fundraising initiatives across multiple channels—including corporate, foundation, individual, and government giving—and directly manages a high‑performing team to meet or exceed annual revenue goals. The Vice President works in close partnership with the CDO to operationalize the long‑term development strategy and ensure alignment with KABOOM!’s mission, financial objectives, and strategic priorities.
What You’ll Do
Operationalize and execute the implementation of a multi‑year fundraising strategy
Translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable fundraising plans, pipelines, and performance metrics
Manage day‑to‑day fundraising activities across all revenue streams (corporate, foundation, government, and individual donors), ensuring sustained and diversified revenue growth
Oversee the development of compelling proposals, donor reports, and stewardship materials in collaboration with the Communications and Programs teams
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Partner with the CDO to translate the long‑term development vision into annual and multi‑year revenue plans aligned with organizational goals
Lead revenue forecasting, donor pipeline analysis, and scenario planning to guide executive decision‑making and ensure financial sustainability
Continuously assess market trends and fundraising performance to refine strategies and maximize growth potential
Lead the execution of major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for individual donors and family foundations
Build and manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospects with significant capacity, in collaboration with the CDO and CEO
Ensure best‑in‑class donor stewardship and engagement practices that promote long‑term partnership and retention
Directly supervise and develop Development team members, fostering a culture of professional growth, innovation, accountability, and results
Establish clear goals and performance metrics for each team member, ensuring they have the resources and guidance to meet and exceed fundraising targets and are aligned with the organization’s strategy, financial plan, and business model
Enhance internal capacity by identifying and implementing best practices in fundraising, donor stewardship, and partnership management
Proactively support team development through coaching, mentorship, and succession planning initiatives
Cross‑Team Collaboration & Organizational Impact
Manage cross‑department collaboration to ensure fundraising efforts align with KABOOM!’s goals, strategy, financial plan, business model, and operational needs
Develop strong cases of support in partnership with program, communications, and executive leadership to communicate KABOOM!’s value and outcomes and to attract new funders
Provide data‑driven insights and regular fundraising reports to the CDO and Executive Team ensuring transparency and informed decision‑making
Additional Requirements
Ability to travel nationally for donor meetings, stewardship, and fundraising events
What You’ll Bring
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or partnership management roles within nonprofit, foundation, or mission‑driven organizations, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
Proven leadership experience in development, philanthropy, or business development, with a track record of securing multi‑million‑dollar gifts and partnerships
Deep understanding of corporate, foundation, and individual giving trends, with the ability to build and sustain high‑value partnerships
Experience leading large‑scale fundraising initiatives, managing complex donor relationships, and navigating evolving funding environments
Strong strategic and business acumen, with experience developing and executing revenue growth strategies Exceptional relationship‑building and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire executive‑level stakeholders, donors, and partners
Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth
Equal Opportunity Statement Building an inclusive, high‑performing team that is diverse across lines of personal identity is integral to our success and we are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate against any job applicant or employee because of their race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
We actively strive and evolve to develop and maintain fully inclusive workspaces. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Disclaimer This job description does not constitute an employee agreement between the employer and the employee: this description is subject to change by the employer as the needs and requirements of the position change.
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