Director of Donor and Giving Partner Engagement
The Director of Donor and Giving Partner Engagement builds and strengthens relationships with individuals, families, nonprofits, communities and professional advisors to advance charitable giving in Dane County and beyond. In this role, you will help donors develop and implement giving plans – both current and through their estates; support nonprofits in establishing and growing endowments; and work with MCF’s Giving Partners (currently located in the communities of Lodi, Middleton, Portage, Rio, Monona and Columbus) to enhance their philanthropic impact. The Director of Donor and Giving Partner Engagement reports to the Vice President of Advancement and collaborates closely with colleagues across all departments.
This role is ideal for someone who is seeking purposeful work in a friendly team environment alongside people of all ethnicities, backgrounds, orientations and abilities. Our ideal candidate is passionate about serving our community, has a minimum of five years of experience in philanthropic services, development and fundraising, professional advising, or other relevant experience, and is a life-long learner. This position plays a key role in advancing MCF’s mission by engaging and stewarding current and prospective donors and fundholders to facilitate giving now and in the future.
MCF’s Culture
MCF’s dynamic team shares a commitment to our mission. We come from different backgrounds and bring different lived experiences to the table. Some people have worked at MCF for 15+ years while others are new to the team. We encourage a full range of diversity and talent. Everyone’s voice is valued.
Our office is in beautiful downtown Madison, Wisconsin, conveniently located off the state’s Capitol Square and is surrounded by restaurants, shops and businesses of all kinds. Whether it is just the daily hustle and bustle, the free Lunchtime Live music series, Art Fair on the Square, or the largest producers-only Farmers’ Market in the country, there is always something going on downtown. When you are part of the MCF team, you are in the middle of what makes Madison … Madison.
MCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Mission
MCF will engage Greater Madison in philanthropy to advance a more vibrant and equitable community.
Vision
MCF will serve as a trusted philanthropic leader, enhancing the quality of life in Greater Madison, and fostering a community where fairness, inclusion and respect thrive.
Values
- Integrity: We create trust by acting with transparency.
- Generosity: We inspire giving to improve our world.
- Effectiveness: We identify opportunities, align actions and produce results.
- Sustainability: We build endowments to create a legacy for the future.
- Equity: We advance fairness, inclusion and respect.
Apply Today
To apply for the Director of Donor and Giving Partner Engagement position, please forward a cover letter – including detailing how your skills align with the requirements of this position and how your values align with those of MCF – and resume to apply@madisongives.org.
This position primarily works in the MCF office with the option of working remotely one day per week. Interviews for this position will begin in January 2026.
