Development Coordinator at Three20 Recovery

Duneland Chamber; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Three20 Recovery is seeking a Development Coordinator to cultivate donor relationships, secure funding, and support event planning. You will engage individuals, corporations, and foundations, prepare proposals, and help grow monthly giving programs while representing the organization in the community.

This is a hands-on role for a personable fundraiser who believes in recovery and community impact. Ideal candidates have fundraising experience, CRM familiarity, strong communication, and lived

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, nonprofit management, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
• Proven experience in fundraising, sales, or relationship management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience with CRM systems and donor tracking preferred.
• Familiarity with the recovery community or nonprofit sector is highly desirable.
• Lived experience - personal or family is viewed as a strength and an asset to this role.
• Strong computer skills.
• Organizational Skills or familiarity with Task Managers.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit support from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Schedule and attend donor meetings, presentations, and community events.
• Prepare tailored proposals, sponsorship packets, and impact reports.
• Manage assigned donor portfolio, ensuring timely follow-up and acknowledgment.
• Support growth of monthly and recurring giving programs.
• Secure sponsorships and in-kind donations for events such as Ride for Recovery and the Year-End Giving Campaign.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, and day-of coordination.
• Maintain accurate and timely donor records in the CRM system.
• Track fundraising activity and provide progress updates.
• Represent Three20 Recovery at local functions and partner meetings.

Skills

Fundraising experience

CRM experience

Excellent communication

Relationship management

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CRM software

Donor tracking

Job description

Development Coordinator at Three20 Recovery

This position is focused on fundraising, building donor relationships, and assisting with event planning.

Job post summary

Date posted: April 21, 2026

Pay:$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

About Three20 Recovery

Three20 Recovery Community Center is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. As Region 1's Recovery Hub, we foster connection, creativity, and healing through art, wellness, and peer-based recovery programs. Our approach is built on the belief that recovery happens in community - through relationships, purpose, and lived experience.

Position Summary

The Development Coordinator plays a key role in advancing Three20 Recovery's mission by cultivating meaningful relationships and securing funding through direct donor and sponsor engagement. This position focuses on connecting the community to the mission - sharing stories of hope, resilience, and recovery that inspire support and partnership.

This role reflects many aspects of relationship-building and fundraising, requiring a confident, outgoing, and personable individual who enjoys being out in the community, building connections, and representing Three20 with enthusiasm and authenticity.

Candidates with lived experience in recovery, family recovery, or supporting loved ones affected by substance use or mental health challenges are strongly encouraged to apply. This background brings valuable perspective, authenticity, and empathy to the role, helping build genuine connections with donors, partners, and the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit support from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Schedule and attend donor meetings, presentations, and community events.
• Prepare tailored proposals, sponsorship packets, and impact reports.
• Manage assigned donor portfolio, ensuring timely follow-up and acknowledgment.
• Support growth of monthly and recurring giving programs.

Event & Campaign Support

• Secure sponsorships and in-kind donations for events such as Ride for Recovery and the Year-End Giving Campaign.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, and day-of coordination.
• Collaborate with the Development & Marketing Manager to achieve fundraising goals.

Database & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely donor records in the CRM system.
• Track fundraising activity and provide progress updates.
• Ensure compliance with donor privacy and confidentiality standards.

Community Engagement

• Represent Three20 Recovery at local functions and partner meetings.
• Act as a public ambassador for the organization’s mission and values, sharing the story of recovery and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, nonprofit management, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
• Proven experience in fundraising, sales, or relationship management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience with CRM systems and donor tracking preferred.
• Familiarity with the recovery community or nonprofit sector is highly desirable.
• Lived experience - personal or family is viewed as a strength and an asset to this role.
• Strong Computer Skills.
• Organizational Skills or familiarity with Task Managers.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Relationship Builder: Connects authentically and communicates with empathy.
• Mission-Driven: Deeply aligned with the values of recovery and community.
• Goal-Oriented: Motivated by measurable outcomes and long-term impact.
• Collaborative: Works seamlessly with staff, volunteers, and partners.
• Authentic: Uses personal experience and compassion to advance the mission.