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Major Gifts Officer – Tampa Bay Watch (Tampa, Florida)

Reporting to the Development Director, the Major Gifts Officer serves as a frontline fundraiser within Tampa Bay Watch.  They are responsible for identifying, cultivating, and maintaining relationships with high-level donors, typically individuals or corporations capable of making large financial contributions of $10K or more. They play a vital role in stewarding these donors and ensuring their continued engagement and loyalty to Tampa Bay Watch. 

The position, in collaboration with the Executive, Development, and Communications team, raises funds, builds strategic partnerships, and raises awareness of Tampa Bay Watch priorities while helping our donors accomplish their philanthropic goals through our organization. The Major Gifts Officer works closely with the Development Director, CEO, Program Directors, the Board of Directors, and other stakeholders to secure major gifts and align donor opportunities with TBW’s mission.

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Major Gifts Officer – STARability Foundation (Naples, Florida)

The Major Gifts Officer identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of high-capacity individual donors (typically $25,000 to $1 Million annually), including prospects for one-time gifts, multi-year commitments, grants, and planned gifts. This role requires a strategic, relationship-first approach and close partnership with the Chief Philanthropy Officer, CEO, and Board members to advance significant philanthropic investment in the organization’s mission. The Major Gifts Officer supervises the Donor Experience Manager, who manages the database, automates the donor journey, and supports appeals and collections.

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Catalyst Consulting Services specializes in nonprofit executive searches.

Based on our contracts, approximately 60% of our recruitment is focused on CEO/Executive Director positions. More than 30% is dedicated to Fundraising/Development positions. Nearly 10% is for other nonprofit leadership roles such as COO, CFO, and Administrative Support, and more. Below are a few of our completed searches: