Chief Philanthropy Officer

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare - Memphis, TN
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare seeks a Chief Philanthropy Officer to serve as the organization’s lead fundraiser and philanthropic strategist, providing strategic leadership and management to centralized fundraising functions for an integrated healthcare delivery system. The Chief Philanthropy Officer will work closely with the President & Chief Executive Officer to amplify the focus on philanthropy, while driving collaboration across the healthcare system to meet fundraising goals. The Chief Philanthropy Officer will centralize specific fundraising streams, ensuring cohesion and standardization. The Chief Philanthropy Officer will develop and implement comprehensive fundraising plans, manage a portfolio of principal and transformational gift prospects, and create an environment that fosters a top-down philanthropic culture that prioritizes major giving. The Chief Philanthropy Officer will collaborate with each hospital president and foundation leadership to align priorities and effectively engage with donors, while leading stewardship efforts that ensure accountability and long-term support for the system’s vision of transformative healthcare.

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Memphis, Tennessee. Founded in 1918 by The United Methodist Church to help meet the growing needs for quality healthcare in the Mid-South, Methodist has grown from one hospital into a comprehensive health system that includes six hospitals, a home health agency, ambulatory surgery centers, outpatient facilities, hospice residence, and physician practices serving residents in the greater Memphis area. With nearly 11,500 associates and over 2,000 providers, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare continues to grow and evolve, yet it remains dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of communities through high-quality, innovative, and compassionate care, regardless of socioeconomic factors.

"Thank you for considering the role of Chief Philanthropy Officer at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. As we look to the future, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in healthcare — facing both challenges and opportunities that will define the next chapter of our journey. The need for visionary leadership has never been greater, and we are excited about the possibilities ahead. The future of healthcare is bright, and we hope you will join us on this exciting journey." — Michael Ugwueke, MPH, DHA, FACHE, President & Chief Executive Officer

For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.