Who we are

Crisis Text Line is a global nonprofit on a mission to ensure that no one faces a mental health crisis alone. We provide free, 24/7, confidential text-based support, reaching millions of people in their most vulnerable moments. By combining human empathy with technology, we deliver immediate, scalable access to care.

As demand for accessible mental health support continues to rise, we are expanding our corporate partnership strategy to build sustainable, mission-aligned revenue streams that drive measurable impact. We are entering a pivotal growth phase and seeking a strategic, externally focused fundraising leader to accelerate this work.

Role

The Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships is a senior individual contributor responsible for generating new corporate revenue through strategic partnerships, sponsorships, corporate foundations, and fee-for-service models. This is a highly external, sales-driven role focused on building and closing mission-aligned partnerships that advance Crisis Text Line’s long-term sustainability.

This leader owns the full partnership lifecycle—from prospecting through negotiation and expansion—working cross-functionally to deliver high-impact collaborations that extend beyond traditional CSR.

Why This Role Matters

This role is pivotal to Crisis Text Line’s sustainable growth. The Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships will directly drive revenue expansion, fuel innovation, and enable the organization to reach millions more people in crisis through bold, high-impact partnerships.

As the Senior Director of Corporate Sponsorships, you will:

Revenue Generation Leadership

• Own and manage a pipeline of corporate fundraising leads, with clear annual revenue targets
• Proactively source, qualify, and close new corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and multi-year agreements
• Lead complex negotiations and structure innovative partnership models, including:
  • Fee-for-service offerings
  • Strategic commercial partnerships
  • Licensing, integrations, and employer-focused mental health solutions
• Work collaboratively with team members on renewals, upsells, and long-term value from existing corporate partners

Strategic Partnership Development

• Identify new revenue opportunities that move beyond traditional philanthropic or CSR models
• Collaborate with internal teams to shape new products and partnership offerings aligned with corporate demand
• Serve as a thought partner on how Crisis Text Line can monetize services responsibly while expanding reach and impact
• Represent Crisis Text Line externally at conferences, events, and in-person meetings (in addition to virtual ones) with senior corporate decision-makers

Relationship Management & Internal Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with executives, corporate partners, and funding decision-makers
• Partner closely with Development (Individual Giving and Foundation Giving teams), Marketing, Product, Legal, and Finance teams to execute partnerships effectively
• Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline tracking, and reporting using Salesforce, Asana, and related tools

Minimum Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in corporate partnerships, business development, or revenue generation
• Proven success closing mid-six- to seven-figure corporate partnerships
• Strategic, process-driven leader with experience independently owning a full sales pipeline
• Creative and forward-thinking, with a track record of developing innovative revenue models and partnership structures
• Thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented, mission-driven environments
• Resilient and persistent, with the grit to navigate setbacks and close complex deals
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit, social impact, health, or mental health sectors
• Experience with Salesforce (for pipeline management)
• Experience using Asana or similar project management tools

Reliable High-Speed Internet Required: Must have a stable high-speed internet connection to support seamless remote collaboration, virtual meetings, online job tasks, etc.

For United States-based candidates:

The full salary range for this position, across all United States geographies, is $124,740 to $154,539. The upper portion of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience; during the interview process, candidates will learn the starting salary range applicable for their location. We pay competitively in the tech-forward nonprofit space and offer a robust benefits package.

Within the United States, only candidates in the following states will be eligible for employment: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA.

Benefits & Well-Being

Crisis Text Line recognizes that we are all unique human beings with unique life circumstances, and our benefits package aims to be as flexible as possible to support your needs as you work to promote mental well-being for people, wherever they are. Our benefits package is thoughtfully designed using an equity lens, with input from our team and from industry best practices.

Highlights include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options that prioritize accessibility and financial peace of mind
• Employer-funded HSA contributions
• Generous PTO, sick time, and 19 paid holidays with a winter break
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave after 26 consecutive weeks of service
• Monthly internet and mental health stipends
• Annual Wellness Stipend
• Home office and professional development stipends
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Sabbatical after 3 years of service

Benefits are for U.S.-based employees; international benefits may vary.

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Please note: The following eligibility applies to U.S.-based roles only.

Only candidates in the following states will be eligible for employment: CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, NJ, NM, NY, NC, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA.