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# Head of Philanthropy, Endless at DFO Referrals

- **Company:** DFO Referrals
- **Location:** Westport, CT
- **Posted:** 2026-09-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dforeferrals/jobs/6199669004

## Job description

Head of Philanthropy Endless Foundation

## About Endless

Endless is a mission-driven game, learning, and technology operating initiative of Dalio Philanthropies with a bold vision: to empower people to shape technology, rather than be shaped by it. We believe the most powerful way to prepare young people for the digital world is through making games. Game creation is a uniquely engaging and scalable pathway to teach design, storytelling, collaboration, coding, AI fluency, and problem-solving skills that prepare youth not just to play in the digital economy, but to create it.

To pursue this mission, we bring together three strands of work. Through our commercial ventures, we build game creation tools, a community platform and games where youth learn by creating. Through our investments, we support companies aligned with our thesis that making is the most effective form of learning. And through our philanthropy, we expand access so that young people everywhere, not just the privileged, can learn through creation. At Endless, we use every tool available to advance towards one north star: empowering youth, at scale, to prepare for their futures by creating the games, and the world they want to live in. This role will sit squarely in Endless Global and lead its philanthropic work.

Endless is a satellite of the Dalio Family Office (DFO). As such, it works in close coordination with Dalio Philanthropies, as the philanthropic platform of the Dalio family, furthering the philanthropic aims of the family.

Learn more about us at [www.endlessglobal.com](http://www.endlessglobal.com).

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Head of Philanthropy to lead the Endless grantmaking and strategic philanthropic initiatives. This is a senior leadership role for someone with deep philanthropic or impact experience and a genuine affinity for the Endless mission. You will be responsible for program design, implementation, and evaluation, as well as the judgment to navigate and balance the needs of grantees, partners, and internal teams. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable operating at the conceptual, strategic level and rolling up their sleeves on execution.

Reporting to Endless’s Managing Director, the Head of Philanthropy will partner closely with the Principal, Endless leadership, and Dalio Philanthropies to set strategy, oversee grantmaking, develop partnerships, and lead a high-performing team focused on meaningful, measurable impact.

Day-to-day responsibilities would include a combination of the following:

- Lead and evolve the Foundation's philanthropic strategy and global grantmaking portfolio.
- Lead and evolve the grants strategy in collaboration with the Principal and oversee the full lifecycle of grants, partnerships, and impact initiatives.
- Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing philanthropy team.
- Advise senior leadership and help translate vision into actionable priorities.
- Cultivate relationships with grantees, philanthropic leaders, educators, technology innovators, and mission-aligned organizations.
- Drive collaboration across an ecosystem of partners to expand access to game-based learning and digital opportunity.
- Establish metrics, evaluate outcomes, and share insights that strengthen impact and inform future investments.
- Serve as a spokesperson and ambassador for the Endless mission.

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, attributes, and values:

- At least 15 years of experience in creative grantmaking, program strategy, and partnership building, ideally in education and technology, including demonstrated leadership experience.
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Passion for the power of innovation in philanthropy, such as video games as tools for education, creativity, skills development, and social change. You are well versed in and understand a range of philanthropic tools (grants, competitions, and prize-based models, ventures, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to gain subject-matter expertise quickly across a variety of areas as portfolios evolve.
- Knowledge of various philanthropic organizational structures such as c3, c4, and DAF.
- Experience building and developing high-performing teams, across a range of geographic locations.
- Experience curating events in collaboration with foundations and nonprofit organizations.
- Enthusiasm for incorporating AI into both internal workflows and external goals.
- Exceptional relationship-building, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel up to 25%

## Preferred Experience

- Family foundations or founder-led organizations.
- International grantmaking.
- Startup, non-profit, or entrepreneurial environnements.
- AI, game-based learning, future-of-work, or education innovation ecosystems.
- CRM platforms such as Salesforce.

Key attributes for success:

- Ability to think strategically while executing effectively in a fast-moving environment.
- High integrity, humility, and sound judgment.
- Curiosity, adaptability, and comfort with ambiguity.
- Strong synthesis and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to inspire teams, build trust, and maintain high standards.
- Collaborative, mission-driven, and globally minded.

Illustrative Benefits:

- 100% employer-paid medical coverage
- Dental coverage options and Vision Benefits
- Generous 401(k) match
- Tax-advantaged savings programs, including Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Commuter Benefits
- Comprehensive wellness resources, including virtual care, mental health support, and Health Advocate navigation services.
- Family-building and fertility support

Compensation:

Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary in the range from $300-375k  (inclusive of a merit-based bonus, dependent on years of experience, level of education obtained, as well as applicable skillset). We offer paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days based on years of service, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. From fully employer-paid medical coverage and a highly competitive 401(k) match to wellness, mental health, and family-building, our benefits help employees and their families thrive both personally and professionally.

Please note we are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Use of AI in the Application Process:

We recognize that candidates may use AI-enabled tools to assist with resume drafting, application preparation, and interview preparation. Such use is permitted provided all submitted materials accurately reflect the candidate's own qualifications, experience, skills, and work history.

Candidates may not submit hidden instructions, embedded prompts, misleading metadata, deceptive content, code, or other materials intended to interfere with or improperly influence the Company's recruiting process or the administration of candidate applications.

Any attempt to misrepresent qualifications or improperly interfere with the recruiting process may result in disqualification from consideration.

## Equal Opportunity Employer

Endless is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who share our passion for expanding opportunity through learning, technology, and creation.

## About DFO Referrals

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: DFO Referrals is the talent acquisition and recruitment platform for the Dalio Family Office, which manages the ventures, investments, and philanthropic initiatives of Ray and Barbara Dalio.
- **Entity Type**: Private (family office)
- **Headquarters**: Westport, Connecticut, United States (with additional offices in New York City, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi)
- **Founded**: Year not publicly disclosed (the Dalio Family Office has been active for many years; DFO Referrals as a hiring entity likely launched in recent years)
- **Founders**: Ray Dalio and Barbara Dalio (founders of the Dalio Family Office)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Executive Offices, Family Office, Financial Services, Philanthropy, Ocean Exploration, Education
- **Target customers**: Not applicable (DFO Referrals supports the internal hiring needs of the Dalio Family Office and its affiliated entities; it does not serve external customers)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: The Dalio Family Office is rooted in a culture of meaningful work and meaningful relationships, supporting the family’s legacy of giving back through Dalio Philanthropies, OceanX, Dalio Education, Endless Network, and the Beijing Dalio Foundation.

## Products & Services
DFO Referrals is not a product company; it is a hiring arm. The entities it supports include:
- **Dalio Family Office (DFO)**: Core investment and administrative services for the Dalio family.
- **Dalio Philanthropies**: Philanthropic initiatives across ocean exploration, education, and global giving.
- **OceanX**: A non-profit that combines exploration, research, and multimedia education to transform public understanding of the ocean.
- **Dalio Education**: Education-focused programs and partnerships.
- **Endless Network**: A philanthropic initiative focused on expanding internet access.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private family office)
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not applicable (privately funded); Headcount – 6 employees reported on LinkedIn [linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office] (likely refers to core DFO staff; the broader ecosystem employs many more)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Dalio family (self-funded); partners include Bridgewater Associates (founded by Ray Dalio), various philanthropic organizations, and academic institutions.
- **Growth Signals**: 40% headcount growth YoY at the core family office [linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office]; active job postings include senior roles in finance, technology, legal, and operations (17+ open positions as of June 2026) [greenhouse.io, jobera.com]; expanding presence in Singapore and Abu Dhabi.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Access to the Dalio ecosystem**: Employees work directly with the family office, gaining exposure to high-impact investments, philanthropy, and global initiatives.
- **Meaningful work**: Roles support ocean conservation, education, and global connectivity, offering a sense of purpose beyond profit.
- **Strong compensation and benefits**: Competitive salaries (ranges from $95k–$655k depending on role) plus 100% company-paid medical premiums, 17 paid holidays, generous PTO, 150% 401(k) match up to $7,500, gym reimbursement, and hybrid work environment [scoutify.com].
- **Low turnover / high retention culture**: Focus on "meaningful work and meaningful relationships" as core values.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Expanding the talent base for the family office and its philanthropic arms, particularly in technology (CISO, DevSecOps, Data Engineering), finance (senior accounting, tax advisory), and international operations (Singapore, APAC partnerships).
- **Direction for growth**: Deepening the family’s impact in ocean exploration (OceanX), education, and global philanthropy, while maintaining a lean, high-performance team.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture highlights**: Mission-driven, collaborative, high-performing environment with a focus on meaningful relationships [scoutify.com].
- **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Hybrid work environment; many roles are on-site in Westport, CT or New York City, with some roles in Singapore (on-site). 100% remote roles are rare [jobera.com].
- **Notable perks or engineering culture**: 100% company-paid medical premiums, 17 paid holidays, generous PTO, 150% 401(k) match up to $7,500 (plus 100% match above $7,500, up to $15k match limit), gym reimbursement, and hybrid flexibility [scoutify.com]. Engineering roles (e.g., Senior DevSecOps Engineer, Senior Data Engineer) offer competitive compensation ($200k–$350k+ range) [scoutify.com].
- **Visa sponsorship**: Conflicting reports; USCIS data shows no H-1B petition history for DFO Referrals, but some sources indicate sponsorship for international candidates [scoutify.com]. Candidates should inquire directly during the application process.

## Sources
1. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dforeferrals) – DFO Referrals job board, listing 16+ open positions.
2. [linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office](https://www.linkedin.com/company/dalio-family-office) – Dalio Family Office LinkedIn profile (headcount, growth, description).
3. [scoutify.com](https://scoutify.com/companies/dfo-referrals/) – DFO Referrals careers page with compensation ranges, perks, H1B sponsorship discussion.
4. [jobalmanac.com](https://www.jobalmanac.com/companies/dforeferrals) – Additional job listings and company details.
5. [jobera.com](https://jobera.com/employer/dforeferrals/) – List of 17 open positions with salary ranges and location classification.
6. [daliofamilyoffice.com](https://daliofamilyoffice.com) – Official website (not deeply crawled, but primary source for entity description).

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