Director of Development, Grateful Giving - Tulane University

Director of Development, Grateful Giving - Tulane University At a Glance

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Director of Development, Grateful Giving (Cardiology) | Tulane University. Another Source is partnering with Tulane University to recruit a Director of Development to lead grateful patient major gift fundraising for the Section of Cardiology within the School of Medicine. This is a unique opportunity to build and advance a grateful patient strategy in a growing cardiovascular program. If you are energized by relationship‑building, motivated by mission‑driven healthcare work, and experienced in closing six‑ and seven‑figure gifts in partnership with physicians, this role offers the autonomy, visibility, and institutional support to make a meaningful impact.

If you or someone in your network is ready to help shape the future of cardiovascular philanthropy at Tulane, I’d love to connect.

Another Source’s client, Tulane University, is recruiting a Director of Development, Grateful Giving to join their team in New Orleans, LA.

Founded in 1834, Tulane University is one of the nation's premier private research universities, known for academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and deep community engagement. Located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of New Orleans, Tulane combines global impact with a strong sense of purpose rooted in service.

Tulane’s School of Medicine plays a vital role in advancing healthcare innovation across the Gulf South and beyond. Within the School of Medicine, the Section of Cardiology is committed to improving cardiovascular health through leading‑edge research, exceptional clinical care, and community outreach. With growing philanthropic momentum and increasing opportunity in grateful patient fundraising, this role offers the chance to significantly expand support for life‑saving cardiovascular programs.

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This is a high‑impact fundraising leadership opportunity focused on building and advancing a comprehensive grateful patient and major gift strategy for Tulane’s Section of Cardiology.

As the primary development officer for Cardiology, you will partner closely with physicians, clinical leaders, and School of Medicine advancement leadership to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors capable of making transformational gifts. You will manage a robust portfolio of approximately 100‑150 prospects and focus on securing gifts ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000.

If you are energized by relationship‑building, motivated by mission‑driven work in healthcare, and skilled at closing six‑ and seven‑figure gifts, this role offers the autonomy, visibility, and institutional partnership to make a measurable impact.

• Manage a portfolio of 100‑150 cardiology patients and prospects with major gift capacity
• Secure major gifts of $100,000+ from individuals, family foundations, and donor‑advised funds
• Collaborate with Cardiology and School of Medicine leadership to set annual fundraising goals aligned with strategic priorities
• Develop and execute annual work plans including visits, proposals, and solicitation strategies
• Partner with physicians and clinical staff to identify grateful patients and facilitate joint solicitations

• Identify and qualify new prospects through thoughtful research and relationship‑building
• Design tailored cultivation strategies and move donors through the giving cycle
• Prepare compelling proposals, case statements, and stewardship materials
• Engage and support faculty and volunteer leaders in major gift solicitations
• Coordinate meaningful recognition and stewardship experiences

• Lead and support Heart Awareness Month activities to elevate visibility and community engagement
• Partner with marketing, research, and clinical teams to develop donor communications and annual reports
• Organize and support in‑person and virtual events that strengthen donor relationships
• Deliver presentations…