Development Coordinator: Donor Engagement & Events

Make-A-Wish Foundation of the TX Gulf Coast and LA, Inc.

Stafford (TX)

Hybrid

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Hybrid work schedule

Generous paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana is seeking a Development Coordinator to support Individual Giving & Special Events, strengthening donor engagement, stewardship, and fundraising across the chapter.

The role covers donor cultivation, event planning for major fundraisers, and database management in Salesforce, with hybrid work and a focus on giving experiences that transform lives. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a nonprofit or marketing/communications role.
Commitment to the mission of Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana.
Provide excellent customer service and representation of Make-A-Wish to external supporters.
Able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Detail-oriented and well organized.
Strong written communication skills with a keen understanding of how to write to and connect with different audiences.
Results-driven with proven success leading and managing projects.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and Canva; experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems preferred.
Comply with National Performance Standards along with chapter guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

Assist with cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities for individual donors and prospects.
Manage a portfolio of annual donors giving up to $5,000 through personalized outreach, stewardship calls, emails, and engagement opportunities.
Conduct research on individual donor prospects and emerging community supporters.
Prepare donor profiles and briefing materials for development staff and leadership.
Coordinate donor meetings, tours, wish experiences, and stewardship opportunities.
Collaborate with development and marketing staff to create stewardship collateral, impact updates, recognition materials, and donor communications.
Coordinate thank-you letters, acknowledgment processes, donor anniversaries, and milestone recognition.
Work closely with Marketing and Communications to gather wish family stories, testimonials, and photos that demonstrate mission impact.
Assist with donor-facing presentations, event materials, appeal messaging, and stewardship communications.
Support the development and execution of donor engagement events and cultivation activities.
Assist in planning and execution of chapter fundraising events, including Wish Ball, Wish Classic, Sporting Clays, Trees of Joy, and other fundraising initiatives.
Coordinate event logistics, timelines, registration, sponsorship fulfillment, guest communications, and on-site event management.
Track event revenue, sponsorship commitments, attendance, and post-event stewardship.
Maintain accurate donor records, event participation history, stewardship actions, and interaction notes in Salesforce.
Generate reports and donor lists to support relationship management efforts.
Provide administrative support related to individual giving and events, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, documenting donor interactions, and coordinating follow-up activities.
Maintain a high level of customer service for donors, volunteers, committee members, and event participants.
Support chapter-wide fundraising efforts and perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Philanthropy and Director of Philanthropic Events.