Donor Events & Fundraising Associate (50th Anniversary)

Shakespeare & Company; Lenox (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, MA is seeking an Events & Development Associate for 2027–2028 to help fundraise and steward donors, supporting a team of five development professionals and a year-long focus on the 50th Anniversary celebrations.

This role plans and executes fundraising and donor events, coordinates with departments, ensures exceptional donor hospitality, and maintains accurate donor data in Raiser's Edge while supporting communications and post-event follow-up.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in event planning, fundraising, nonprofit development, hospitality, or customer service preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced nonprofit or arts organization is a plus.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge or another fundraising database preferred.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fundraising and stewardship events, including donor receptions, benefit performances, community events, and the annual Gala.
• Support Development's broader 50th Anniversary fundraising and stewardship efforts.
• Manage event logistics including invitations, RSVPs, guest lists, vendors, budgets, supplies, and on-site support.
• Coordinate with Development, Marketing, Facilities, Patron Services on event planning and execution.
• Provide exceptional hospitality and stewardship to donors, patrons, and guests at events and performances.
• Oversee donor benefits, including concierge ticket services, reservations, special seating, and other donor requests.
• Maintain accurate event and donor information in Raiser's Edge and other departmental systems.
• Support donor communications, event follow-up, thank-you communications, and stewardship activities.
• Create and participate in event debriefs and help improve event processes and donor experiences.
• Navigate differing perspectives and priorities among staff, donors, and other stakeholders while maintaining effective workflows and supporting organizational goals.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, particularly during the summer performance season and 50th Anniversary events.
• Coordinate with and provide guidance to the Development Intern(s) on event and stewardship activities.
• Assist with other Development Department priorities as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Hospitality/customer service

Team collaboration

Event planning

Attention to detail

Flexibility schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree

Fundraising/nonprofit experience

Tools

Raiser's Edge

OvationTix

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, MA is seeking an Events & Development Associate for 2027–2028 to help fundraise and steward donors, supporting a team of five development professionals and a year-long focus on the 50th Anniversary celebrations.

This role plans and executes fundraising and donor events, coordinates with departments, ensures exceptional donor hospitality, and maintains accurate donor data in Raiser's Edge while supporting communications and post-event follow-up.