Annual Fund Coordinator (HACC)

Howard Area Community Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Area Community Center is seeking an Annual Fund Coordinator to grow individual giving through Direct Mail Appeals, events, and donor stewardship. The role focuses on building donor relationships, coordinating mailings, and collaborating with the Development team to advance fundraising goals.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in fundraising, experience with donor CRM databases, and a strong written and verbal communication skill set to engage donors and move the pipeline forward.

Qualifications

• Experience in the nonprofit sector.
• Understanding of the fundraising process.
• Commitment to supporting the mission of Howard Area Community Center.

Responsibilities

• Thank donors and steward them; make appropriate asks.
• Identify potential major donors in the Annual Fund pool.
• Coordinate two annual mailings (Year End and Spring Appeals).
• Strategize about donor segments and prospects with Partnerships Coordinator.
• Collaborate with Communications Coordinator on design and content for appeals.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Writing skills

Verbal communication

Relationship building

Nonprofit sector knowledge

Donor stewardship

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Donor CRM

Job description

Howard Area Community Center Annual Fund Coordinator

The Annual Fund Coordinator will grow individual giving at Howard Area Community Center through Direct Mail Appeals, Events, and Stewardship. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 4 years of experience working in fundraising. They will have experience with direct mail appeals, fundraising event planning, a donor CRM database, and an understanding of the fundraising cycle and “donor pipeline.” Exceptional abilities in writing, speaking, and building real relationships are critical for success in this position.

You will join a supportive and collaborative team. HACC’s Development Department is committed to building a culture of transparency and respect among staff, donors, volunteers, and participants. You will be joining a department that is focused on getting the basics done right and trying new strategies when our capacity allows for it. The team is working to bring an understanding of social justice into the practice of fundraising. We hope the new coordinator will help move this forward.

You will work side by side with the Director of Development to strategize about individual donors, overall fundraising strategy and goals, vision for fundraising events, and data management. You will have the support of a Communications Coordinator for design and content needs. You will work closely with the Partnership Coordinator on individual volunteer/donor strategy and fundraising opportunities for organizations.

Breakdown of Annual Fund Coordinator Job:

Focus on Individual Fundraising (up to $1,000)

• Ensure all Annual Fund donors are thanked, stewarded, and ‘asked’ appropriately and correctly
• Identify potential major donors in the Annual Fund pool

Direct Mail Appeals

• Coordinate two annual mailings (Year End and Spring Appeals)
• Strategize about and manage donor segments
• Strategize with Partnerships Coordinator on prospects
• Work with Coms. Coordinator on design and content
• Work with Executive Director and Board members as needed
• Work with Coms. Coordinator to create Save-the-Dates and Invites
• Create Donor Recognition opportunities
• Work with Executive Director and Board members as needed

Data Entry and Management

• Acknowledgement Letters
• Tribute Recognition
• Individual Donor Information entry and upkeep

And of course it wouldn’t be a non-profit job unless we listed the classic: Other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

Required:

• Experience working in the nonprofit sector
• Understanding of the fundraising process
• Commitment to supporting the mission of Howard Area Community Center

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 to 5 year of experience in fundraising
• Experience with direct mail appeals, fundraising event planning, a donor CRM database, and an understanding of the fundraising cycle and “donor pipeline”
• Exceptional abilities in writing, speaking, and building real relationships are critical for success in this position
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proven excellent stewardwardship skills including follow through and extreme attention