Sr. Community Philanthropy Specialist

Job description

The Senior Community Philanthropy Specialist leads community-based fundraising initiatives that engage individuals, businesses, and community organizations in supporting Texas Children’s. This role manages a diverse portfolio of fundraising partnerships, develops strategies to grow revenue and engagement, and builds strong community relationships that drive sustainable philanthropic support.
What You’ll Do
• Manage a diverse portfolio of revenue-generating partnerships, including third-party events, peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, Children’s Miracle Network partners, cause marketing, and point-of-sale initiatives.
• Develop and execute annual fundraising plans and 12–18 month strategies to achieve revenue goals.
• Build and strengthen relationships with businesses, community organizations, fundraising partners, and individuals.
• Provide strategic guidance, tools, and support to external event organizers and fundraising partners to maximize engagement and fundraising results.
• Partner with Major Gift Officers to identify and engage community fundraising prospects and help build the philanthropic pipeline.
• Represent Texas Children’s at fundraising events, check presentations, community activations, and partner meetings.
• Serve as an ambassador for Texas Children’s by sharing our mission and strengthening relationships throughout the community.
• Monitor fundraising performance, analyze results, and identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Maintain accurate donor and prospect activity, engagement, and next steps in the CRM.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals, brand standards, and donor stewardship practices.

What You’ll Bring
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, event planning, business, project management, community relations, healthcare, or a related field.
• Experience with fundraising events, community partnerships, corporate relationships, or revenue-generating programs preferred.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting goals and deadlines.
• Creative, proactive, and results-oriented approach to building relationships and driving fundraising outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners.