Strategic Philanthropy Director

2 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States ABFE Full time
Program Director Opportunity

The Richard L. Duchossois Foundation is seeking a skilled Program Director to lead its Entrepreneurs grantmaking program. This role offers a unique chance to define and craft a strategic approach for the foundation's philanthropy over the next decade.

Working closely with the RLDF team, industry peers, and community nonprofits, this Director will develop and refine near and long-term giving priorities and practices for the portfolio.

Key areas of focus include:

  • Access: Ensuring all aspiring entrepreneurs have equal opportunities to achieve their professional goals.
  • Talent: Supporting organizations that create and attract business talent in greater Chicago, providing entrepreneurial training and technical assistance to under-resourced populations, and advancing funding goals through convening power.
  • Business: Strengthening business operations and readiness through grantmaking that promotes development in low-income neighborhoods, fosters work of business accelerators and service organizations, supports social enterprises, and fosters high-tech innovation and businesses.

We offer a competitive salary range of $160,000, making this an attractive opportunity for experienced professionals.



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