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Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Region Senior Vice President, Mission Advancement!
This position can be home-based, but you must live within our Southwest (SW) Region and near a major airport.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for directing a regional team of five Individual Giving and Foundation Advisors in leading the strategy and cultivation of the SW Region’s major and principal gift efforts. Responsible for fundraising results on a campaign goal of $7.5 million, and for partnering with the broader National Mission Advancement team to achieve an overall goal of $132.5 million through major and principal gifts. In addition to leading their team, the candidate will manage their own portfolio, including the cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of individual and foundation donors with seven(+)-figure giving capacity.
In addition to achieving financial goals, you will be measured on year-over-year pipeline development that demonstrates long-term, sustainable growth. You will serve as an active, present, and engaged member of the SW Region’s senior management/leadership team to implement vision through direct collaboration with the Regional Executive Vice President (EVP) and Associate Executive Vice President (AEVP).
- Lead a team comprising Individual and Foundations Advisors remotely and through in-person visits, travelling approximately 25% of the time.
- Lead and develop a culture of stewardship and cultivation that guides donors to give at their capacity.
- Complete 40 face-to-face donor and prospective donor visits each fiscal year in order to develop and manage an individual portfolio of approximately 20 individual donors across the assigned region with the ability to give $1 million or more.
- Collaborate with regional SVPs and Executive Directors to develop a major giving culture and get results.
- Integrate subject matter expertise into existing training, strategy sessions, consulting services, and market meetings to equip other market leaders with the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to identify and cultivate a major giving culture within the region. Serve as Major Giving/Individual Giving expert to the Southwest Region and at the National level.
- Lead by example in the maintenance of accurate and timely records of all activities in the donor database (Salesforce), reporting activity, trends, progress, and results to the National SVP Mission Advancement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of experience.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of supervisory experience.
- Experience with all areas of cultivation, solicitation, and closing sales or fundraising.
- Ability to collaborate with all levels of staff, prospects, volunteers, and donors.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working with complex donors or clients representing $1 million+ in revenue or philanthropy with validated fundraising or sales results at the six- and seven-figure level.
- Experience centered on major gifts or large accounts, preferably supporting large-scale research, policy, and/or community issues.
- Experience in identifying and developing complex major giving and/or engagement opportunities that align with organizational mission, goals, and strategies at national and local levels.
- Possess and consistently display sophisticated business insight, outstanding conflict resolution and negotiation skills, crafted integrity, and an ability to recognize and align donor interest with organizational priorities.
- Experience using donor relationship management software, such as Salesforce.
- Ability to travel up to 35% local and overnight stay.
Preferred Experience:
- Advanced degree.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary minimum to the midpoint of the range is $158,000.00 to $239,900.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. This position is eligible for an incentive, with the potential to earn up to 25% of your base pay. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
- Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
- Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible with the potential to earn up to 25% of your base pay based on achieving certain targets.
- Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
- Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
- Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
- Tuition Assistance – We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
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In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
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Location: US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date: 12 hours ago (3/31/2026 6:03 PM)
Requisition ID: 2026-17351
Job Category: Individual & Institutional Giving
Position Type: Full Time
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Region Senior Vice President, Mission Advancement!
This position can be home-based, but you must live within our Southwest (SW) Region and near a major airport.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for directing a regional team of five Individual Giving and Foundation Advisors in leading the strategy and cultivation of the SW Region’s major and principal gift efforts. Responsible for fundraising results on a campaign goal of $7.5 million, and for partnering with the broader National Mission Advancement team to achieve an overall goal of $132.5 million through major and principal gifts. In addition to leading their team, the candidate will manage their own portfolio, including the cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of individual and foundation donors with seven(+)-figure giving capacity.
In addition to achieving financial goals, you will be measured on year-over-year pipeline development that demonstrates long-term, sustainable growth. You will serve as an active, present, and engaged member of the SW Region’s senior management/leadership team to implement vision through direct collaboration with the Regional Executive Vice President (EVP) and Associate Executive Vice President (AEVP).
- Lead a team comprising Individual and Foundations Advisors remotely and through in-person visits, travelling approximately 25% of the time.
- Lead and develop a culture of stewardship and cultivation that guides donors to give at their capacity.
- Complete 40 face-to-face donor and prospective donor visits each fiscal year in order to develop and manage an individual portfolio of approximately 20 individual donors across the assigned region with the ability to give $1 million or more.
- Collaborate with regional SVPs and Executive Directors to develop a major giving culture and get results.
- Integrate subject matter expertise into existing training, strategy sessions, consulting services, and market meetings to equip other market leaders with the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to identify and cultivate a major giving culture within the region. Serve as Major Giving/Individual Giving expert to the Southwest Region and at the National level.
- Lead by example in the maintenance of accurate and timely records of all activities in the donor database (Salesforce), reporting activity, trends, progress, and results to the National SVP Mission Advancement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of experience.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of supervisory experience.
- Experience with all areas of cultivation, solicitation, and closing sales or fundraising.
- Ability to collaborate with all levels of staff, prospects, volunteers, and donors.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working with complex donors or clients representing $1 million+ in revenue or philanthropy with validated fundraising or sales results at the six- and seven-figure level.
- Experience centered on major gifts or large accounts, preferably supporting large-scale research, policy, and/or community issues.
- Experience in identifying and developing complex major giving and/or engagement opportunities that align with organizational mission, goals, and strategies at national and local levels.
- Possess and consistently display sophisticated business insight, outstanding conflict resolution and negotiation skills, crafted integrity, and an ability to recognize and align donor interest with organizational priorities.
- Experience using donor relationship management software, such as Salesforce.
- Ability to travel up to 35% local and overnight stay.
Preferred Experience:
- Advanced degree.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary minimum to the midpoint of the range is $158,000.00 to $239,900.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. This position is eligible for an incentive, with the potential to earn up to 25% of your base pay. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
- Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
- Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible with the potential to earn up to 25% of your base pay based on achieving certain targets.
- Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
- Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
- Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
- Tuition Assistance – We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
AHAIND3, #LI-Remote
Join our Talent Community!
Join our Talent Community to receive updates on new opportunities and future events.
Location: US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date: 12 hours ago (3/31/2026 6:03 PM)
Requisition ID: 2026-17351
Job Category: Individual & Institutional Giving
Position Type: Full Time
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Which nonprofits in Colorado sponsor H-1B visas?
Colorado nonprofits with a history of H-1B sponsorship include Denver Health, Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation, the American Red Cross Rocky Mountain region, and environmental organizations based in Boulder such as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Larger institutions and those with federal funding or research mandates are generally more experienced with the H-1B petition process than smaller community organizations.
Which cities in Colorado have the most nonprofit H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Denver concentrates the majority of nonprofit H-1B sponsorship activity, particularly in public health, social services, and advocacy. Boulder follows closely, driven by environmental and research-focused nonprofits. Colorado Springs has a notable cluster of faith-based and veteran-serving organizations that occasionally sponsor H-1B workers. Smaller cities like Fort Collins and Aurora also have nonprofit employers, though sponsorship opportunities there are less frequent.
What types of nonprofit roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Colorado?
H-1B sponsorship in the Colorado nonprofit sector most commonly covers roles that require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. These include clinical positions such as physical therapists and licensed clinical social workers, research analysts, public health program managers, grant writers with specialized credentials, and data or technology roles. Direct service positions without a degree requirement generally do not meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard.
How do I find nonprofit H-1B sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is specifically built for this search. You can filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface nonprofit H-1B sponsorship jobs in Colorado without manually sorting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. Because many Colorado nonprofits don't advertise visa sponsorship prominently, using a platform like Migrate Mate that pre-filters for sponsoring employers saves significant time and reduces guesswork.
Are there any Colorado-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship at nonprofits?
Colorado nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status are cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery and at any time of year. This is a significant structural advantage for international job seekers because it removes the lottery uncertainty entirely. However, cap-exempt status doesn't simplify the underlying petition requirements. The role still needs to qualify as a specialty occupation, and the employer must still file a certified Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B nonprofit jobs in Colorado?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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