Director of Philanthropy
 Edgar Cayce's Association for Research and Enlightenment | |
 United States, Virginia, Virginia Beach | |
 Apr 28, 2026 | |
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Location: Virginia Beach, VA (2030% travel) Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Status: Full-Time, Exempt A New Era of Philanthropic Partnership: Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. stands at an extraordinary inflection point. After nearly a century of transforming lives through the wisdom of the Edgar Cayce readings, we are entering a bold new chapterone that reimagines philanthropy not as transactional fundraising, but as sacred partnership. We seek a visionary Director of Philanthropy who understands that fundraising, at its essence, is ministry. Someone who recognizes that donors are not sources of funding, but partners in purpose. Someone who sees their role not as extracting gifts, but as facilitating the spiritual fulfillment of those called to advance this work. This is not a traditional development position. This is a transformational leadership opportunity to build something enduring. Who We Are Founded by Edgar Cayce in 1931, A.R.E. is an $8M$10M nonprofit headquartered in Virginia Beach, with Edgar Cayce Centers in 37 countries and members across more than 70. Our mission is to create opportunities for profound personal change in body, mind, and spiritthrough holistic health, dreams, intuition, meditation, ancient mysteries, personal spirituality, and the timeless wisdom of the Cayce material. Affiliated entities include Atlantic University, the Cayce/Reilly School of Massage, and the A.R.E. Health Center & Spa. The Opportunity Under the leadership of a new CEO committed to stability, engagement, and long-term vision, A.R.E. is building its philanthropy infrastructure from the ground up. The Director of Philanthropy will be the founding architect of a donor-centered culture that creates the conditions for philanthropy to flourish naturally. You will have extraordinary autonomy, executive support, and cutting-edge resourcesincluding engagement fundraising technology and partnership with leading nonprofit consultants. The role carries significant responsibility for advancing A.R.E.'s mission into its second century, with potential capital campaign opportunities on the horizon. Core Philosophy: Partnership, Not Persuasion Sustained fundraising success comes from creating the conditions that allow philanthropy to flower naturallynot from extracting gifts through pressure. The Director will embody this conviction:
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
Team Building & Management
Donor Engagement & Portfolio Management
Conduct meaningful qualification, cultivation, and stewardship through visits, calls, and correspondence. Match donor passions with organizational needs; create opportunities for donors to experience A.R.E.'s mission firsthand. Program Development
Cross-Organizational Collaboration & Systems
Qualifications Education & Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Personal Qualities: Uncompromising integrity. Humility balanced with confidence. Resilience and grace under rejection. A solution-oriented attitude, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a good sense of humor. Working Conditions: Flexible schedule including occasional evenings/weekends; travel approximately 2030%. Ability to navigate uneven ground and stairs in historical buildings, lift up to 25 lbs., and sustain extended computer work. Valid driver's license required. Compensation & Benefits: Salary $125,000$150,000 commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, professional development, and access to A.R.E. programs and services. To Apply Please submit (1) a cover letter explaining your fundraising philosophy and why you're drawn to A.R.E.'s mission, (2) a resume highlighting relevant experience, and (3) three professional references (only if advancing in process). Submit to: jobs@edgarcayce.org Application Deadline: Until Filled Equal Employment Opportunity Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. evaluates all applicants without regard to sex, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, color, veteran status, non-disqualifying disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Closing Thought "The purpose of the heart is to know yourself to be yourself and yet one with the Creative Forces, fulfilling those purposes for which the entity came into being." Edgar Cayce Reading 281-37 If you are called to help others discover their purpose through philanthropyand to build a new model of fundraising rooted in partnership, dignity, and spiritual fulfillmentwe invite you to explore this opportunity. recblid r1fqegnty6n181dqpl5un6j2btftxm | |