Vice President of Philanthropy – Southern New Hampshire Health
Apply Job ID JR12129 Date posted 05/21/2026Nashua, NH | On‑site Leadership Role
Lead Philanthropy. Strengthen Community Health. Create Lasting Impact.
Southern New Hampshire Health is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Philanthropy to lead all fundraising and donor engagement efforts for our nonprofit health system.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this executive role partners closely with the Board of Trustees, senior leaders, clinicians, donors, and community partners to align philanthropy with the most urgent healthcare needs of the communities we serve.
If you are a relationship‑driven philanthropy leader with a passion for healthcare and community impact, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference—today and for generations to come.
About Southern New Hampshire Health
Southern New Hampshire Health is a trusted nonprofit health system, anchored by Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, a 188‑bed, 5-time Magnet®‑designated hospital in downtown Nashua, NH. Together with our multi-specialty provider group, Foundation Medical Partners, we deliver high‑quality, compassionate care close to home while expanding access to advanced services through strong regional partnerships.
The Opportunity
As our inaugural Vice President of Philanthropy, you will:
- Set and lead a comprehensive philanthropy strategy
- Inclusive of multi‑year and annual fundraising plans aligned to organizational priorities
- Emphasize major gifts, planned giving, and campaign development efforts
- Partner with our consulting firm to implement core strategies defined in recent engagement
- Serve as a senior executive partner
- Closely collaborate with the CEO, Executive Team, and Board of Trustees
- Align philanthropy with strategic growth, innovation, and community impact
- Personally lead major gift efforts
- Manage a portfolio of high‑value donors and prospects
- Successfully solicit transformational gifts, including $1M+ commitments
- Build and inspire a high‑performing team
- Recruit, develop, and lead best‑in‑class fundraising professionals
- Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and relationship‑driven work
- Champion community engagement
- Represent Southern New Hampshire Health at donor and community events
- Strengthen relationships with grateful patients, physicians, and partners
What We’re Looking For
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- 10+ years in the nonprofit sector
- 8+ years of senior leadership experience
- 5+ years in philanthropy or fundraising leadership
- Demonstrated success securing major and transformational gifts
- Exceptional relationship‑building and communication skills
Preferred
- Master’s degree
- Nonprofit healthcare fundraising experience
- Proven success with $1M+ gift solicitations
Why Join Southern New Hampshire Health?
- Mission‑driven nonprofit healthcare organization
- Direct impact on access, quality, and innovation in community health
- Executive partnership with CEO and Board
- Strong regional reputation and trusted brand
- Opportunity to leave a lasting philanthropic legacy
