Endeavor Health, now the third-largest health system in Illinois following a recent merger with two regional health systems, is at the forefront of providing integrated healthcare services to over 1.3 million patients across Chicagoland. With a commitment to high-quality care and community connectivity, Endeavor Health has positioned itself as a vital healthcare provider in the region, boasting a network of more than 7,100 expert physicians and advanced practice providers across over 300 sites of care.
Through its eight Magnet-designated hospitals and various outpatient facilities, Endeavor Health prioritizes the health, well-being, and economic security of the diverse communities it serves. Their dedication extends beyond traditional healthcare services, evidenced by their significant investment in community-based partnerships, exemplified by the distribution of over $121.4 million through Community Investment Funds.
The Opportunity
The Chief Development Officer (CDO) role at Endeavor Health offers a dynamic opportunity to drive philanthropic growth and shape the future of healthcare in Chicagoland. The CDO will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive philanthropy strategy, fostering a culture of philanthropy across the health system and its five local Foundations.
By leveraging Endeavor Health’s prominence and collaborating with executive leadership, the CDO will attract transformative gifts and strengthen philanthropic support, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and values. This role requires a seasoned executive with a track record of success in enterprise-wide philanthropy strategies within large, complex systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strategic vision, operational expertise, and a collaborative leadership style, embodying qualities of innovation, agility, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Joining Endeavor Health at this pivotal moment presents an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of healthcare philanthropy and inspire meaningful change across Chicagoland communities.
