Foundation Donor Relations & Gala Events Lead

AdventHealth; Lake Placid (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Sebring, FL is seeking a Foundation Events and Annual Giving Coordinator to plan and implement Foundation Special Events, expand donor giving, and support the Executive Director with sponsorships, marketing, and logistics. The role oversees gala planning, sponsorships, event logistics, post-event stewardship, invitations, attendance lists, and donor recognition.

Requires presentation experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong MS Office skills with a focus on organization and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong presentation experience required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements Foundation Special Events and Annual Giving Program.
• Collaborates with internal and external groups to expand fund development.
• Assists the Foundation Executive Director with event planning, sponsorships, marketing, logistics, and volunteer recruitment.
• Manages Gala planning, corporate and individual sponsorships, and event logistics.
• Tracks event logistics, secures venues, reviews vendor contracts, and handles rentals.
• Archives print media and ads from events.
• Prepares for meetings, including board notifications, agendas, financials, minutes, and talking points.
• Oversees on-site event needs and coordinates post-event stewardship.
• Develops invitations and maintains attendance lists.
• Manages Sponsorship Agreements and post-event feedback.
• Presents naming opportunities and giving levels to donors, ensuring appropriate recognition.
• Engages the Board of Directors to identify and cultivate major donors, including corporate donors.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Self-starter

Organization/time management

Professional demeanor

Multi-project mgmt

Confidential data handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Publisher

Job description

AdventHealth in Sebring, FL is seeking a Foundation Events and Annual Giving Coordinator to plan and implement Foundation Special Events, expand donor giving, and support the Executive Director with sponsorships, marketing, and logistics. The role oversees gala planning, sponsorships, event logistics, post-event stewardship, invitations, attendance lists, and donor recognition.

Requires presentation experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong MS Office skills with a focus on organization and