Head Of Philanthropy

23andMe

Palo Alto, California, USA
Base: $220,000 — $300,000 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
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Lead fundraising and relationship-building
Develop and steward donor relationships
Build philanthropic engine from ground up
** 23andMe is seeking a Head of Philanthropy to lead its fundraising efforts, focusing on building relationships with high-net-worth individuals and institutional funders. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience in philanthropy, particularly within the nonprofit or research sectors, and will play a crucial role in shaping the organization's fundraising strategy. **

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a Head of Philanthropy who understands that philanthropy is more than funding—it’s partnership, alignment, and shared purpose.
  • You’ll be our lead fundraiser and relationship-builder, responsible for building a robust philanthropic engine that reflects the scale of our ambitions.
  • We’re seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader who thrives at the intersection of philanthropy, innovation, and impact.

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** 23andMe is seeking a Head of Philanthropy to lead its fundraising efforts, focusing on building relationships with high-net-worth individuals and institutional funders. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience in philanthropy, particularly within the nonprofit or research sectors, and will play a crucial role in shaping the organization's fundraising strategy. **

Salary

Base: $220,000 — $300,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead fundraising and relationship-building
  • Develop and steward donor relationships
  • Build philanthropic engine from ground up
  • Secure $1M+ gifts and institutional funding
  • Develop strategic partnerships with institutions

Nice-to-have

  • Lead with empathy and strategy
  • Connect funders with visionary work
  • Entrepreneurial leader
  • Mission alignment with science and equity

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years in philanthropy, scientific and health fundraising, or development leadership
  • Proven success in cultivating, securing, and stewarding major gifts and institutional partnerships
  • Ability to build systems, teams, and cultures

Work Rights

Not specified

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