Director of Major Gifts

About us

(and you) At State Policy Network, we're building an America where personal freedom, innovation, and opportunity empower everyone to thrive. We’re a national nonprofit—but more than that, we’re the connector and champion behind a growing movement of state-based think tanks and partners working toward a freer society. That’s where you come in.

In this role, you won’t just be a spectator—you’ll be in the thick of it, working alongside bold leaders to ignite durable, state-level freedom movements. Together, we’ll help high-performing, independent think tanks make a real impact—one state at a time. How you’ll make impact State Policy Network is seeking a Director of Major Gifts who thrives in an entrepreneurial, mission-driven environment and is motivated by building meaningful relationships that advance freedom and self-governance.

The ideal candidate has experience leading major gifts programs, coaching frontline fundraisers, and managing complex donor strategies that align philanthropic goals with organizational impact. The right person for this role is a strategic thinker, people developer, and relationship-builder who consistently delivers results while fostering a positive and accountable team culture.

This role requires someone dedicated to advancing SPN’s mission by ensuring donors are meaningfully engaged and that fundraising strategies are both ambitious and realistic. The ideal candidate is able to balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution, managing both people and a personal donor portfolio. The Director of Major Gifts will report to the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, serve on the development leadership team, and manage two Strategic Partnership Advisors, with potential for team growth as revenue expands.

This role includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Much of SPN’s staff are remote, and this position is eligible to work remotely from a virtual office anywhere in the United States.