Hearts to Homes is looking for a new Executive Director

Position

Executive Director, Hearts to Homes Furnishings, Inc.

Organization

At Hearts to Homes, our core mission is to empower individuals aging out of foster care by transforming empty living spaces into a place they can call home. We provide essential furnishings and a sense of comfort to those in need, ensuring that young adults who are transitioning out of the foster care system have the support they deserve as they embark on their journey of independence. By working to create a more comfortable living environment we can increase the stability of those who age out of the system while acting as a barrier to homelessness, incarceration, and multi-generational foster care involvement; all issues that affect the aging-out population. We aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, one home at a time.

About the Role

The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive officer of Hearts to Homes (H2H), overseeing all aspects of the organization’s operations, strategy, and leadership. This role requires a dynamic, results-driven leader who is deeply committed to the mission of supporting youth through critical services and engagement. The ED will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders to ensure the organization’s continued success and impact.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization, managing a $700,000 operating budget while supporting approximately 300 youth annually, with plans for continued growth and program expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership & Strategy

• Partner with the Board of Directors to develop and accomplish the organization’s strategic goals and vision.
• Lead and implement programs that align with the organization’s mission and objectives.
• Identify opportunities for expansion, partnerships, and community engagement.

Financial Management

• Oversee all financial operations, including payroll, tax filings, and monthly financial reporting.
• Work with the Treasurer and bookkeeper to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage cash flow to optimize the investment of available cash.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements, audit schedules, and tax filings to ensure compliance with all relevant reporting standards.

Fundraising & Development

• Spearhead donor engagement efforts in collaboration with Board Members and Development staff.
• Approve and oversee fundraising campaigns, including the Annual Appeal, Giving Tuesday, and May (National Foster Care Month) initiatives.
• Monitor the organization’s development plan to ensure timely communications and outreach.
• Prepare proposals and reports required by foundations and other funders.
• Approve and oversee special events.

Program Oversight & Operations

• Supervise staff involved in program delivery, including oversight of furnishing services, holiday meal distribution, and volunteer engagement efforts.
• Maintain awareness of wish list fulfillment operations, ensuring financial records accurately reflect purchases and expenses.
• Review tracking and financial reconciliation of expenditures related to youth support programs.

Marketing, Communications & Community Relations

• Participate in Marketing Committee meetings and approve external communications.
• Oversee content creation for social media, newsletters, and donor outreach.
• Coordinate website updates.
• Ensure the timely execution of major marketing initiatives tied to fundraising campaigns.

Governance & Administrative Duties

• Maintain system for Board access to critical records.
• Work with the Board and staff to ensure strong governance practices.
• Hire and supervise staff and contractors while providing leadership and direction.
• Develop and implement organizational policies that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in nonprofit leadership, financial management, and program oversight.
• Strong fundraising abilities with a track record of donor engagement.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Constant Contact, Dropbox and Microsoft products.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is between $100,000 – $125,000, depending on experience. Hearts to Homes also offers a competitive benefits package and support for a home-office set-up upon hiring. This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week with an expected start date in January 2026; review of applications will begin in September 2025.

The position is fully remote with a geographical preference for an individual who resides in or near the areas we serve. The ED will travel occasionally throughout the New York City metropolitan area to meet with stakeholders and lead fundraising events and to manage a storage unit.

We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Note: Job offer is contingent upon a successful background check and authorization to work in the United States.