Vice President of Corporate Partnerships

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Reading Is Fundamental is committed to a literate America by inspiring a passion for reading among all children, providing quality content to make an impact and engaging communities in the solution to give every child the fundamentals for success. As the nation's largest children's literacy non-profit, Reading Is Fundamental maximizes every contribution to ensure all children have the ability to read and succeed.

Career Opportunity

The Vice President of Corporate Partnerships is a key senior leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising and partnership strategy for Reading Is Fundamental’s (RIF). Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Development, the Vice President is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to acquire, grow, and steward corporate partnerships, ultimately expanding RIF’s fundraising capacity, contributing to the organization’s ambitious $75M Comprehensive Campaign.

This position requires the ability to develop transformative partnerships and align institutional philanthropy with RIF’s programmatic goals. This role will refine RIF’s approach to building strategic partnerships with corporations spanning philanthropic giving, contributions, in-kind support, employee engagement, cause marketing, shared value partnerships, and broader corporate business development opportunities. By cultivating a portfolio of institutional donors and prospects, the Vice President will help ensure RIF’s ability to achieve its mission of providing children across the nation with access to books and the joy of reading.

This role will lead a cross-functional team and work collaboratively with colleagues across marketing, programs, and digital to maximize value and visibility for both the organization and its corporate partners. The Vice President will work closely with organizational leadership, including the President and CEO, Board of Directors, Campaign Committee, and Strategic Initiatives Committee, to secure high-value funding and inspire donor investment in RIF’s mission. As an ambassador for RIF, the Vice President will bring entrepreneurialism, professionalism, creativity, and exceptional communication skills to strengthen institutional relationships and expand RIF’s impact nationwide.

Full-Time

What You'll Do:

Strategic Leadership & Planning

  • Develop and lead a corporate fundraising and business development strategy that drives revenue growth, brand visibility, and mission alignment.
  • Directly manage a portfolio of approximately 75–150 institutional donors and prospects; identifying and cultivating new corporate partners, and deepening relationships with existing supporters.
  • Work closely with executive leadership to align corporate initiatives with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
  • Monitor and evaluate corporate and institutional fundraising trends, adjusting strategies to reflect best practices and emerging opportunities in philanthropy.

Team Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Manage and mentor a high-performing team focused on corporate relations and fundraising operations, collectively responsible for raising 12M+ annually.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing, Programs, and Digital teams to develop compelling partner packages and deliver on partnership commitments.
  • Serve as a key external ambassador, representing the organization at industry conferences, networking events, and corporate forums.

Corporate Philanthropy & Sponsorship

  • Secure unrestricted and program-specific corporate donations through grants, sponsorships, and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Design and steward high-level partnerships that include multi-year commitments, co-branded initiatives, and in-kind contributions.

Cause Marketing & Business Development

  • Lead development of co-branded, product partnerships, and cause marketing campaigns in collaboration with the marketing and programs teams.
  • Assess and implement innovative models of corporate engagement to diversify income streams that align with the organization's mission. Including identifying, pursuing, and negotiating new revenue-generating opportunities with the corporate sector, including consulting, content licensing, or product/service offerings that generate earned revenue.

Reporting & Impact

  • Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, revenue outcomes, and brand impact.
  • Prepare and deliver regular reports, presentations, and impact stories for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • Experience: 15+ years of progressive fundraising experience, including direct solicitation of six- and seven-figure gifts; campaign fundraising experience strongly preferred. At least 5 years of management or leadership experience is desirable.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; advanced degree or relevant certification in fundraising, nonprofit management, or a related field is a plus.
  • Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding corporate, institutional, and government donors, with demonstrated success in securing high-value, multi-year partnerships.
  • Strong ability to develop and implement scalable fundraising strategies, analyze donor data, and identify trends to optimize revenue opportunities.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging diverse stakeholders, including executives, board members, volunteers, and senior leadership.
  • Ability to build and sustain meaningful, long-term relationships with donors and partners, aligning their interests with organizational goals.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (especially Word and Excel) and donor CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), with expertise in data-driven decision-making and report generation.
  • Self-motivated, creative, and able to work independently and in a collaborative environment. A strategic thinker who is adaptable to shifting priorities and opportunities.
  • Working knowledge of trends and best practices in corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and business development.
  • Thrive in a hybrid work environment, with the ability to travel up to 40% for meetings and events. Demonstrate flexibility for occasional evening and weekend engagements as required.

Salary, work environment, and benefits:

  • Annual Salary: Up to $130,000
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic life insurance plan.
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan.
  • Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, personal time, and bereavement leave.
  • 13 paid holidays annually.
  • Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.
  • Hybrid work environment (Onsite 3x a week).

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