Chief Development Officer

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for advancing YWCA Madison’s mission by cultivating a culture of philanthropy that  sustains and supports the organization. The CDO leads  the strategy and operations to form and maintain lasting relationships with institutional, individual donors.   The Chief Development Officer manages the YWCA Madison fund development and marketing team.

YWCA Madison is committed to eliminating racism and empowering women. We pursue this commitment by seeking justice and empowerment rooted in our values of humanity, community, growth and restoration. We are committed to eliminating systemic barriers for marginalized families, women, and youth to access affordable housing, tenant education and eviction prevention supports, leadership and workforce development, transportation, restorative justice, learning and movement building.

YWCA Madison is a 116 year old organization that is part of the oldest and largest multiracial women-led network of associations in the world. We are the largest provider of affordable housing for women in Dane County, we serve as a vital bridge to long-term stability through our transitional housing programs and are one of two shelters for families in Madison. Additionally, we serve individuals through Employment and Training programs, Restorative Justice in schools and community centers, and through Learning and Movement Building, we are collectively creating the kind of world we want to live in. 

Candidates should feel strongly committed to this mission and resonate with our values of humanity, restoration, community, and growth. 

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