Vice President, Philanthropy

Vice President, Philanthropy

USA Lacrosse

Sparks, Maryland

Leverage lacrosse’s Olympic return to drive transformational philanthropic initiatives that leave a lasting impact on the sport for generations to come.

Lindauer is proud to partner with USA Lacrosse, the national governing body for men’s and women’s lacrosse in the United States, in its search for a Vice President, Philanthropy. This role comes at a pivotal moment for the sport, with lacrosse returning as a medal event in the 2028 Olympics.

Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the Vice President, Philanthropy will play a vital role in the development and execution of strategic fundraising goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of philanthropic strategy, a passion for sport, and the vision to lead USA Lacrosse through a period of growth and transformation.

Job Duties:

• Serve on, and partner with, the Leadership team to develop a comprehensive multi-year strategy to increase philanthropic revenue.

• Lead efforts to diversify revenue streams, with a focus on major and principal gifts.

• Collaborate with the USA Lacrosse Foundation Board and national teams to advance the sport’s prominence.

• Drive a culture of philanthropy and ensure alignment with USA Lacrosse’s mission and values.

• Engage with a diverse range of constituents at the local, regional, and national levels.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in fundraising, philanthropic giving, or program development,with a preference for national or regional level experience.

• Proven success in generating philanthropic revenue, with a strong understanding of nonprofit operations and leveraging programs for success.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing national fundraising strategies and managing donor relationships, with up to 50% travel.

• Leadership experience, including working with Boards, cultivating relationships, and aligning with organizational mission and values.

• Strong project management, communication, and team management skills, with knowledge of fundraising software like Salesforce.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, including performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.

• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth.

This is a hybrid role based at USA Lacrosse’s headquarters in Sparks, Maryland, with the flexibility to work remotely two days a week.

To learn more, apply, or nominate a candidate, please visit: https://lindauerglobal.co/usalacrossevpp