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About the Role

The Manager, Individual Philanthropy advances the Whitney’s Individual Philanthropy program by cultivating and stewarding donor relationships, supporting fundraising goals, and growing the Museum’s donor base. This role oversees Studio Forum programming and engagement, and supports the planning and execution of events and programs across the Whitney’s Patron Programs to strengthen donor relationships and engagement with the Museum's mission.

Responsibilities

Oversee the strategic direction, programming, and management of Studio Forum, developing and implementing annual plans to strengthen member engagement, retention, and philanthropic support.
Manage Studio Forum membership cultivation, solicitation, renewals, and stewardship.
Develop and execute a calendar of Studio Forum programs and experiences in collaboration with Curatorial, Education, Programs, Special Events, and other Museum colleagues.
Manage an assigned portfolio of individual donors and prospects, developing and implementing tailored strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Generate support for items in the Museum’s 2026 strategic plan including free admission, exhibition excellence, access, and education.
Identify and qualify prospective donors, using research, giving history, and engagement data to build and strengthen the Individual Philanthropy pipeline.
Support the Director of Individual Philanthropy and frontline fundraising team in advancing opportunities, including preparing proposals, solicitation materials, presentations, and individualized stewardship communications.
Prepare for donor and prospect meetings, including briefing materials, coordinating agendas, and tracking next steps and follow-up.
Support the planning and execution of Patron Program events, cultivation opportunities, and donor travel.
Lend support for Artist’s Council, Chairman’s Council, Director’s Council Education Committee, and National Committee.
Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, prospects, Trustees, and other Museum stakeholders.
Represent the Whitney at exhibition openings, donor events, and programs.
Collaborate with colleagues across Advancement and the Museum to identify opportunities for donor engagement, coordinate fundraising activity, and ensure effective communication.
Advance shared fundraising goals and institutional priorities, contribute to team-wide planning, and support colleagues in delivering a cohesive donor experience.
Develop and edit donor-facing materials, including invitations, renewal letters, acknowledgments, proposals, and stewardship communications.
Work closely with Advancement Operations and Prospect Research to maintain accurate donor records, track cultivation and solicitation activity, and support effective portfolio management.
Maintain accurate and timely records in Raiser’s Edge, including donor interactions, solicitation activity, and next steps.
Support the planning and execution of, and attend, Whitney donor events and programs.
Undertake other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree; master's degree preferred
At least 5 years’ experience in nonprofit advancement, individual giving, or related fundraising work
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate projects, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with donors and colleagues at all levels
Data-driven approach with comfort using Raiser’s Edge or related fundraising software
Commitment to the value of arts in our society
Ability to work nights and weekends and travel as needed

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate projects, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with donors and colleagues at all levels
Data-driven approach with comfort using Raiser’s Edge or related fundraising software
Commitment to the value of arts in our society
Strong understanding of individual philanthropy, donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Excellent judgment, discretion, and professionalism in working with high level donors and confidential information
Ability to collaborate effectively with Curatorial, Advancement, and other Museum departments
Knowledge of the New York philanthropic community and cultural fundraising landscape a plus
Strong passion for contemporary art and familiarity with the art and cultural world
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Location

New York

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

5+ years experience

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$80,000-$85,000

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections
Generous PTO benefits
Commuter benefits - parking and mass transit
Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally
Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike

About the Company

The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
The Whitney Museum of American Art has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for 86 years.
The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States.
The Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today.
Its signature exhibition, the Biennial, is the country's leading survey of the most recent developments in American art.

Equal Opportunity

The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, partnership status, caregiver status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other factor prohibited by law.
The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels.