Why Kansas State University Foundation
FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filedSecures and manages philanthropic gifts to support Kansas State University's academic priorities, including funding for equipment, supplies, and professional services.
- Kansas State University administrative support for central administration, colleges and athletics. Expenditures include monies transferred and or expended for salaries for faculty and staff, travel for conferences, seminars, speakers, visiting professors, employee recruitment, professional and consulting services, equipment and computing…$66.7M spent in FY2024
- Kansas State University academic support expenditures are made for the purchase of computer hardware and software, furniture and equipment, professional services and consultations, classroom and lab supplies.$27.7M spent in FY2024
- Kansas State University scholarships--generous donors to Kansas State University Foundation have provided endowed and expendable funds to be used for providing scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students of Kansas State University. 10,756 students received scholarship assistance during the 24/25 academic…$26.2M spent in FY2024
Before you apply
FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the orgAbout the role
The org's own posting, as writtenDescription Compensation: $100,000-$110,000 annually Regular, Full-Time, Exempt Location: Manhattan, KS (onsite only) Our Promise to You Competitive health, dental, life insurance, plus voluntary benefits including company paid HSA contributions 403(b) retirement plan with 10% company contribution Paid leave for holidays, vacation, wellness, personal, parental, and volunteer Tuition and certification assistance and a $300 annual reimbursement wellness program A work environment that embraces flexibility inside of a framework Mission-driven work that changes the lives of people around the world View more benefits on our website or click here !
Lead Transformational Giving as an Executive Gift Planning Officer Some conversations create opportunities. Others create legacies. As an Executive Gift Planning Officer, you'll partner with donors, families, and professional advisors to design charitable giving strategies that align personal values with lasting impact. This is an opportunity for a seasoned relationship builder to leverage expertise in estate planning, wealth management, financial planning, or charitable gift strategy while advancing the future of Kansas State University.
In this highly visible role, you'll manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, develop sophisticated gift strategies, and guide conversations involving complex assets, estate planning vehicles, and transformational philanthropic investments. You will collaborate with university leaders, fundraising colleagues, and trusted advisors to cultivate major and planned gifts while serving as a subject matter expert across the organization. The ideal candidate is an experienced fundraiser who understands how to build trust with donors, navigate complex giving conversations, and inspire philanthropic investment.
You bring both the relationship-building skills of a fundraising professional and the technical knowledge needed to discuss sophisticated, planned gift opportunities with confidence and credibility.
What You'll Do
Manage a portfolio and qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts of $50,000+ Develop and execute tailored strategies for each prospect Present planned giving options aligned to donor goals and financial situations Collaborate with stakeholders to advance donor strategies Travel to meet donors and build lasting, high-impact relationships Requirements 3+ years of direct, metrics-driven fundraising experience requiring measurable output, with an emphasis on managing a portfolio of donors and closing gifts Transferrable experience in related fields such as trusts and estate law, financial planning, or trust or wealth management Experience calling, conducting face-to-face appointments, managing relationships, creating and presenting proposals, and other fundamental elements of client/donor relationship or sales-related activities Proven ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with a diverse audience Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on…
About Kansas State University Foundation
From its Form 990- Budget $233.6M · Education
- Staff 259 · founded 1944
- Pays its leaders $175K–$768K (12 reported)
- Open jobs 7 · Jobs at Kansas State University Foundation · Full 990 report