Job Description:
Position Purpose:
To develop in the community a strong awareness of and connection to the organization mission; to diversify and enhance funding for agency operations and programming through donor prospecting, donor cultivation, and fundraising efforts; to coordinate the efforts of all volunteers for the organization.
Nature of Work:
In this position, the individual must be a strong verbal and written communicator, able to foster relationships with individuals and key organizations in the community such as churches and businesses. Must be well organized, a self-initiator, and passionate about the mission of the organization - able to tell the story of our mission to key listeners and donors. Strong interpersonal skills will assist the individual in engaging volunteers and prospective donors.
Functions:
- Enhance the promotion of the organization and the mission through regular press releases and strategic marketing efforts.
- Educate area organizations and businesses about the mission, outcomes, and needs of the organization.
- Develop relationships with area churches for partnerships, sponsorships and donations.
- Gather data and research new funding sources and potential donors.
- Manage and facilitate all direct solicitations.
- Facilitate all fundraising committee efforts and meetings.
- Be responsible for the coordination, placement, engagement, and recognition of volunteers.
- Maintain a current database of volunteers, donors, supporting churches and businesses and friends of the organization.
- Works collaboratively with the organization grant writer to secure new grant resources.
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