Vice President of Development

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 play spaces are not available to every child, especially in communities of color. We unite with communities to build kid-designed play spaces that can spark joy and foster a sense of belonging for the kids who are often denied opportunities to thrive.

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

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. This is a pivotal and transformational time for the organization. With a changing economic landscape, shifting donor priorities, and evolving funding trends, we need a visionary and adaptable leader who can strengthen institutional partnerships, identify new revenue opportunities, and drive sustainable growth.

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 oversees the execution of fundraising initiatives across corporate, foundation, and government channels and leads a high‑performing team to meet or exceed annual revenue goals. The Vice President partners closely with the CDO to operationalize long‑term strategy and ensure alignment with KABOOM!’s mission, financial objectives, and strategic priorities.

• 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 corporate, foundation, government revenue streams, 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

• 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
• 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

• 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

• Ability to travel nationally for donor meetings, stewardship, and…