Donor Engagement & Fundraising Events Lead

Loyola Academy; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Academy in Wilmette, IL is seeking an Advancement Events Coordinator to join the Advancement team. The role supports planning and coordinating a calendar of cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising events that elevate Loyola's visibility and strengthen donor and alumni relationships.

You will manage reservations, sponsorships, signage, and logistics for events like galas, reunions, and campus activities, while ensuring excellent donor service and collaboration with the Director of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in event planning or related field.
• 2+ years of experience coordinating events, preferably in a non-profit or educational setting.
• Proficiency in budget management, financial analysis, and fundraising software/tools.
• Experience in event planning, fundraising, or nonprofit management, with a proven track record of success in organizing events and supporting fundraising targets.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of events including galas and donor receptions.
• Support alumni events, cultivation events, and sponsorship management.
• Attend and support all six RPO events, managing reservations, signage and logistics.
• Attend the President's Dinner and Ramble with reservation, sponsorship management, and logistics.
• Coordinate with the Director to develop event timelines and budgets.
• Provide liaison to LA Security and Facilities for event logistics.
• Manage event communications, invitations, RSVP tracking, and post-event follow-up.
• Evaluate events using attendance, donor engagement, revenue and feedback.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent event planning experience

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Canva

Job description

Loyola Academy in Wilmette, IL is seeking an Advancement Events Coordinator to join the Advancement team. The role supports planning and coordinating a calendar of cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising events that elevate Loyola's visibility and strengthen donor and alumni relationships.

You will manage reservations, sponsorships, signage, and logistics for events like galas, reunions, and campus activities, while ensuring excellent donor service and collaboration with the Director of