Required Experience:
Additional Requirements
Ability to travel nationally for donor meetings, stewardship, and fundraising events.
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor's degree
Proven leadership experience in development, philanthropy, or business development, with a track record of securing multi-million-dollar gifts and partnerships
Deep understanding of corporate, foundation, and individual giving trends, with the ability to build and sustain high-value partnerships
Experience leading large-scale fundraising initiatives, managing complex donor relationships, and navigating evolving funding environments
Strong strategic and business acumen, with experience developing and executing revenue growth strategies Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire executive-level stakeholders, donors, and partners
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth
Other Position Details
This position is full-time
Location: Bethesda, Maryland/Hybrid
Our goal is to have competitive and equitable compensation. We have a market-based compensation
approach which means that we benchmark each role from reputable data sources. We compare our
benchmarks against similarly sized non-profit organizations with comparable annual budgets and
geographical areas. We pay the same rate for the same roles and adjust to comply with statutory
mandates.
We take care of our employees by providing benefits and perks which include but not limited to the
following:
Annual bonus based on team and individual goal attainment.
Robust benefits package, including options for medical, dental, vision, and
health/wellness.
Generous 403(b) match of up to 6% of employee contribution
Flexible time off inclusive of PTO, floating holidays and special days
Opportunities for professional development
Equal Opportunity Statement
Building an inclusive, high-performing team that is diverse across lines of personal identity is
integral to our success and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate against any job applicant or employee because of their race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
We actively strive and evolve to develop and maintain fully inclusive workspaces. We encourage
candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Essential Job Functions
Office Staff – “Ability to maintain acceptable standards of office conduct and work cooperatively
as an effective team member of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Communicates with others, sits or
moves about the office to coordinate work and uses a computer as well as other office equipment as
needed.”
Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This job description does not constitute an employee agreement between the employer and the employee: this description is subject to change by the employer as the needs and requirements of the position change.
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Duties / Expectations:
Vice President, Development (updated 8/25/25 -Hybrid, must reside in the Washington, DC area)
KaBOOM!
Bethesda, MD 20814
Full-time
Skills
Leadership
Fundraising
Business development
Do you have experience in Leadership?
Education
Bachelor's degree
Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
Benefits
403(b) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Full job description
Position Title: Vice President, Development
Department: Development
Reports To: Chief Development Officer
Classification: Salary
About KABOOM!
At KABOOM!, we unite with communities to build kid-designed play spaces that spark joy and belonging for every child. We’re evolving how we work scaling innovation, fostering collaboration, and aligning resources to drive equity in access to play.
Position Summary
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. 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 is responsible for the execution of fundraising initiatives across multiple channels—including corporate, foundation, individual, and government giving—and directly manages a high-performing team to meet or exceed annual revenue goals. The Vice President works in close partnership with the CDO to operationalize the long-term development strategy and ensure alignment with KABOOM!’s mission, financial objectives, and strategic priorities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Fundraising Leadership & Management
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 all revenue streams (corporate, foundation, government, and individual donors), 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
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
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
Major Gift Strategy
Lead the execution of major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for individual donors and family foundations
Build and manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospects with significant capacity, in collaboration with the CDO and CEO
Ensure best-in-class donor stewardship and engagement practices that promote long-term partnership and retention
Team Leadership & Development
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
Cross-Team Collaboration & Organizational Impact
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
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