Director of Philanthropy, OneQuest

OneQuest Health seeks a dynamic and mission driven Director of Philanthropy to implement a developed comprehensive fundraising program. This individual will manage a portfolio of individual, corporate, and community donors while driving the day-to-day execution of an annual fund development plan.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer while working in close partnership with the organization’s fundraising consultants, the Director will translate strategic counsel into action—ensuring priorities are met, momentum is maintained, and donor relationships flourish. T

The Director will devote most of their time to major gifts and individual giving, with primary responsibility for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding meaningful donor relationships.

DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY
ABOUT ONEQUEST HEALTH
OneQuest Health is a leading behavioral health organization committed to transforming America’s health through compassionate, evidence based mental health services. Formerly Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky, the organization provides a wide continuum of care—including outpatient therapy, medication management, partial hospitalization, targeted case management, and intensive outpatient programs—tailored to the unique needs of children, teens, and adults.

With treatment available in offices, homes, schools, and via Telehealth, OneQuest Health meets clients where they are, removing barriers and expanding access to care. The organization is deeply committed to creating an inclusive, innovative, and welcoming environment for all identities, earning the All Children — All Families distinction for its leadership in supporting LGBTQ youth.

Grounded in evidence-based practices and a client-centered approach, OneQuest Health consistently delivers meaningful outcomes. We are the first organization in the Commonwealth of Kentucky to have achieved certification in the international Sanctuary Model.

The organization’s culture is collaborative, mission-driven, and rooted in compassion.

The strength of OneQuest Health lies in its people. Our culture of respect, innovation, and shared purpose has been honored with Top Work Places awards in 2024, 2025, and 2026, underscoring our belief that when employees thrive, so do the families and communities we serve.

THE OPPORTUNITY
OneQuest Health seeks a dynamic and mission driven Director of Philanthropy to implement a developed comprehensive fundraising program. This individual will manage a portfolio of individual, corporate, and community donors while driving the day-to-day execution of an annual fund development plan.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer while working in close partnership with the organization’s fundraising consultants, the Director will translate strategic counsel into action—ensuring priorities are met, momentum is maintained, and donor relationships flourish. The Director will devote most of their time to major gifts and individual giving, with primary responsibility for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding meaningful donor relationships. The Director will be directly responsible for raising $825,000 through individual giving. Additional funds will be raised through corporate partnerships, direct appeals, foundations & grants and specific events to reach our goal of $4 million raised annually.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Fund Development Plan Implementation
•Serve as the day-to-day implementation lead for OneQuest Health’s Fund Development Plan, ensuring priorities, timelines, and activities are executed with consistency and precision.
•Act as the primary staff liaison for philanthropy with the OneQuest Health Board of Directors, the OneQuest Foundation Board.
•Coordinate regular philanthropy team meetings to align priorities, drive accountability, and foster effective communication across the development team.
•Track and report progress toward fundraising goals and key milestones, maintaining transparency and momentum.
•Collaborate closely with OneQuest Health’s fundraising consultants to implement established priorities and recommendations.

Major Gifts & Donor Engagement
•Manage, qualify, and strategically grow a portfolio of 100–125 major gift and leadership donors and prospects.
•Schedule and conduct donor meetings and cultivation visits to advance engagement and giving.
•Prepare compelling proposals, personalized correspondence, and solicitation materials tailored to donor interests.
•Coordinate donor strategies with the CEO and development team to ensure alignment and maximize outcomes.
•Partner with Board members to support donor cultivation and solicitation efforts, leveraging board and community connections.
•Identify and qualify new major gift prospects through research, referrals, and community engagement.

Development Communications Coordination
•Oversee the annual development communications calendar, collaborating with internal staff, the external communications consultant, and OneQuest Health’s fundraising consultants.
•Assist in producing and coordinating fundraising collateral—including annual appeal materials, sponsorship packets, and other donor-facing resources—to support engagement and giving.
•Serve as the primary point of contact between the development department and the external communications consultant.
•Serve as a liaison between consultants, leadership, and staff to ensure execution of the fundraising plan.

Corporate & Community Partnerships
•Conduct regular corporate stewardship meetings to strengthen relationships and demonstrate impact.
•Identify and qualify new sponsorship prospects through research, networking, and community outreach.
•Coordinate donor cultivation events that engage corporate and community stakeholders in meaningful ways.
•Implement an effective event day giving strategy that maximizes participation and revenue.
•Represent the organization at community events, business forums, and networking opportunities to expand visibility and partnerships.
•Work closely with leadership and board members to leverage connections and open new corporate giving opportunities.

Reporting & Accountability
•Monitor progress toward fundraising goals outlined in the OneQuest Fund Development Plan.
•Provide timely, data-driven updates to leadership highlighting the number of donor visits, donor contacts and proposals.
•Maintain organized systems for tracking activities, deadlines, and deliverables through the fundraising dashboard.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSETS
•Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE preferred.
•Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive fundraising experience, including major gifts and annual giving.
•Strong storytelling ability.
•Proven success managing donor portfolios and meeting fundraising goals.
•Proficiency with donor management systems (Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
OneQuest Health is prepared to offer a base salary in the range of $90,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, the organization offers a bonus structure designed to reward strong performance and fundraising achievement.
OneQuest offers an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to a generous PTO policy, tuition reimbursement, zero deductible medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with 8% employer match, student loan repayment assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a flexible spending plan.

TO APPLY
Ashley|Rountree and Associates has been exclusively retained by OneQuest Health to oversee this search. To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume here.

For confidential questions or inquiries, contact Sarah Williams at swilliams@ashleyrountree.com.

OneQuest Health is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment for all people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value the dignity, experiences, and perspectives of every individual. Our commitment to inclusion reflects our mission to provide compassionate, evidence-based care and to create a culture where every person is respected, supported, and able to thrive.