Donor Relations & Events Lead

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia in Charlottesville, VA, seeks an Assistant Director of Annual Giving to lead annual giving campaigns, cultivate donors, and manage special events. The role integrates digital fundraising with donor communications to broaden donor reach and support annual goals.

The position requires leadership in event logistics, volunteer engagement, and sustaining mission-centered fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in development or donor relations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience coordinating donor events and volunteers.
• Proficient with MS Office and donor management software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with annual campaigns and grow the Investor donor base.
• Plan and implement the organization’s holiday party and donor recognition.
• Support donor identification, cultivation, and stewardship.
• Coordinate fundraising events, including logistics and communications.
• Create stewardship plans and post-event donor follow-up.
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and partners to maximize revenues.
• Track event budgets and produce donor communications.

Skills

Donor management

Event planning

Volunteer management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Fundraising software

In-person fundraising

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Donor management software

Event management software

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia in Charlottesville, VA, seeks an Assistant Director of Annual Giving to lead annual giving campaigns, cultivate donors, and manage special events. The role integrates digital fundraising with donor communications to broaden donor reach and support annual goals.

The position requires leadership in event logistics, volunteer engagement, and sustaining mission-centered fundraising efforts.