Donor Events & Stewardship Manager

Hesed-House; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hesed House, based in Aurora, IL, seeks an Event & Stewardship Manager to lead donor events and stewardship programs. You will design and execute a calendar of mission-driven gatherings, from galas to virtual events, while building systems that convert gifts into lasting partnerships.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, detailed logistics, and data-driven post-event evaluation to improve future programming. Some evenings/weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Event planning, fundraising, donor relations or nonprofit management experience.
• Ability to manage events end-to-end with attention to detail.
• Experience developing donor stewardship materials and impact communications.
• Familiarity with donor CRM databases, preferably Raiser’s Edge NXT.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a portfolio of donor events, including galas and virtual gatherings.
• Oversee budgets, venues, vendors, catering, A/V, and run-of-show logistics.
• Lead donor stewardship programs, impact reports, and recognition activities.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Finance to align events with priorities.

Skills

Event planning

Fundraising

Donor relations

Nonprofit management

CRM databases

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Microsoft 365

Canva

Job description

Hesed House, based in Aurora, IL, seeks an Event & Stewardship Manager to lead donor events and stewardship programs. You will design and execute a calendar of mission-driven gatherings, from galas to virtual events, while building systems that convert gifts into lasting partnerships.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, detailed logistics, and data-driven post-event evaluation to improve future programming. Some evenings/weekends are required.