Fundraising Coordinator (Part-Time, On-Site)

Friends Together; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Friends Together is seeking a motivated Fundraising Coordinator in northeast Michigan to plan and execute fundraising activities that support our cancer support programs. You will develop fundraising ideas, build relationships with donors and community partners, and help raise funds for events and services.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, experience in fundraising or event planning, and the ability to work independently and with a team to meet

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in fundraising, event planning, sales, marketing, or community outreach preferred.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs, email, and social media.
• Passion for supporting the organization's mission and making a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate fundraising events, campaigns, and activities.
• Identify potential donors, sponsors, and community partners.
• Develop creative fundraising ideas and strategies to meet fundraising goals.
• Promote fundraising events through social media, email, flyers, and community outreach.
• Maintain accurate records of donations, expenses, and fundraising results.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with donors, volunteers, and sponsors.
• Assist with grant applications, donation requests, and sponsorship proposals as needed.
• Track fundraising progress and provide updates to leadership.
• Ensure fundraising activities align with the organization's mission and goals.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Teamwork

Creative thinking

Job description

Imagine a place where your skills and talents can make a meaningful impact on

peoples’ lives. Friends Together is northeast Michigan’s largest cancer support

organization. Our mission is to ensure those coping with a cancer experience are

not alone. Through programs of support and a variety of services, we lift cancer

survivors and their loved ones, too!

Here are the roles we are looking to fill:

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and enthusiastic Fundraising Coordinator to

help plan, organize, and carry out fundraising activities. This individual will work to

develop fundraising ideas, build relationships with donors and community partners, and

help raise funds to support the organization's programs, events, and goals.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and coordinate fundraising events, campaigns, and activities.

Identify potential donors, sponsors, and community partners.

Develop creative fundraising ideas and strategies to meet fundraising goals.

Promote fundraising events through social media, email, flyers, and community

Maintain accurate records of donations, expenses, and fundraising results.

Build and maintain positive relationships with donors, volunteers, and sponsors.

Assist with grant applications, donation requests, and sponsorship proposals as

needed.

Track fundraising progress and provide updates to leadership.

Ensure fundraising activities align with the organization's mission and goals.

Qualifications

Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience in fundraising, event planning, sales, marketing, or community outreach is preferred.

Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Proficiency with basic computer programs, email, and social media.

A passion for supporting the organization's mission and making a positive impact.

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is dependable, outgoing, resourceful, and passionate about bringing people together to support a meaningful cause. They should be comfortable connecting with individuals and businesses, developing new fundraising opportunities, and helping turn ideas into successful campaigns.