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Director, Planned Giving - East Coast & Midwest Regions
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Tampa, FL
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Job Overview
Based at Shriners Children’s International Headquarters in Tampa, FL, the Director of Planned Giving identifies, cultivates and solicits planned giving prospects and closes planned gifts and consults, educates and supports location and regional fundraisers with planned gift solicitations.
With guidance from the Executive Director of Planned Giving and support from skilled operations staff, the Director of Planned Giving is responsible for filling the planned giving pipeline to fuel Shriners Children’s philanthropic future. The ideal candidate is a fundraising professional with at least 10 years of experience and familiarity in closing planned gifts and is knowledgeable in legacy gift arrangements and diverse planned giving vehicles.
This is a hybrid position based in Tampa, FL with a mix of both onsite and remote work. The ability to travel, maintain a schedule of personal donor visits, and attend evening and weekend meetings and events is required for this role.
Responsibilities
Planned Gift Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward current donors and prospective donors of planned gifts and manage a portfolio of planned giving prospects and planned giving donors.
- Work collaboratively across all Office of Philanthropy teams (Prospect Research, Stewardship, Locations, etc.) to cultivate and solicit identified individuals for planned gifts.
- Collaborate with the Executive Director of Planned Giving and other Office of Philanthropy leaders to develop and implement strategies for location philanthropy offices to cultivate and solicit planned gifts.
- Partner with location philanthropy officers to support the integration of planned giving information in major and leadership donor cultivation and solicitation strategies, and serve as a key resource on planned giving matters and gift conversations.
Planned Giving Program Strategy and Marketing
- Collaborate with the Executive Director of Planned Giving in advancing a cohesive, integrated print and multi-media marketing, communication, and education initiative for planned gifts
- Support the creation and production of compelling planned giving educational materials for print and multi-media dissemination to inspire the supporters and donors to give planned gifts.
Planned Gift Donor Recognition and Stewardship
- In collaboration with the Executive Director of Planned Giving and the Stewardship team, develop special recognition for planned giving donors and plan and implement high-impact stewardship and cultivation events.
- In collaboration with the Executive Director of Planned Giving and the Stewardship Team, plan and implement strategies to significantly expand the Dream Makers Legacy Society and ensure a meaningful, fulfilling, and enjoyable experience for its members.
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- 10 or more years of fundraising experience and familiarity with and involvement in closing planned gifts in a university, healthcare, or large nonprofit setting
- Demonstrated experience in working directly with prospects and donors and communicating planned giving concepts and vehicles to varied prospect and donor segments
- Bachelor's Degree
Preferred:
Experience working within a robust prospect management system
- Experience with a customized relational database/CRM
- Experience with planned giving software, such as PG Calc
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Frequently asked questions
Success in this role demands over a decade of experience in fundraising with a strong track record in closing planned gifts. Deep knowledge of legacy gift options and strategic donor cultivation across diverse regions like the East Coast and Midwest is critical for thriving in this leadership position.
This position opens pathways toward senior philanthropy leadership or executive director roles, especially in large healthcare nonprofits. Mastery in integrating planned giving strategies with multi-region fundraising enhances prospects for broader impact and career advancement in mission-driven sectors.
Daily tasks include managing a portfolio of planned giving prospects, coordinating with regional fundraisers, developing marketing initiatives for legacy gifts, and orchestrating stewardship events. The role balances strategic planning with hands-on donor engagement across multi-state regions.
Navigating a hybrid schedule requires excellent time management to balance remote planning with in-person donor visits and events. Tampa's regional culture and donor expectations also influence fundraising approaches, making flexibility and local networking key to success.
Tampa's growing healthcare nonprofit sector offers robust opportunities, yet competition remains notable as many experienced fundraisers target these roles. Midwest markets vary, with some cities showing heightened demand for planned giving expertise, emphasizing the importance of relationship-building skills.
Shriners Children’s blends pediatric specialty care with a strong philanthropic culture, emphasizing legacy giving in a family-focused environment. The organization's recognition as a top mid-sized employer adds appeal, providing unique stewardship and donor engagement experiences not commonly found elsewhere.
Beyond competitive benefits like immediate medical coverage and 403(b) matching, the collaborative culture fosters innovation and critical thinking. Access to diverse philanthropic teams and support systems enhances the Director’s ability to drive impactful planned giving campaigns effectively.
Typical compensation for this senior fundraising role in Tampa ranges from $110,000 to $140,000 annually, influenced by experience and proven success in planned giving. Competitive benefits and performance incentives often supplement base salary in this sector.
East Coast donors often prefer personalized, legacy-focused approaches tied to longstanding community ties, whereas Midwest donors may value practical impact and transparency. Tailoring communication and solicitation methods regionally is essential for cultivating successful planned gifts.
Regular travel is vital to maintain personal donor relationships and attend fundraising events across multiple states. Balancing on-site presence with remote work ensures meaningful engagement and helps sustain a dynamic planned giving pipeline integral to the organization's philanthropic goals.