Fundraising Events & Donor Stewardship Lead

Afpnccfr; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Job summary

Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington, NC is seeking a dedicated professional to lead fundraising events, manage in-kind donor relationships, and support donor stewardship and data entry. You will work with the Development team and volunteers to ensure successful events and engaging donor experiences.

The role involves planning signature events, coordinating third‑party campaigns, and maintaining accurate donor records in Salesforce. Excellent communication and community engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience planning fundraising events with net revenue over $50,000
• Experience managing event committees and working with diverse community partners
• Familiarity with Salesforce, Greater Giving, Canva, Constant Contact, and Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple timelines, handle donor data with accuracy, and prioritize tasks
• Comfortable with public speaking and donor interaction

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of signature special events (e.g., Spring Golf Tournament, Fall Party) including logistics, sponsorships, volunteers, auctions, and post-event reporting
• Oversee third-party fundraising efforts, providing guidance and support to community partners
• Develop volunteer event committees and cultivate strong community engagement
• Manage relationships with in-kind donors and businesses
• Coordinate in-kind gift intake, acknowledgment, and volunteer scheduling around drives
• Represent Good Shepherd Center at fairs, faith-based events, and community networking opportunities
• Record monetary donations received via check, online, or during events
• Generate and mail donor acknowledgment letters and personalized notes
• Maintain regular donor correspondence, including cards for birthdays or memorial gifts
• Enter donor and gift data into Salesforce; assist with reporting and list generation as needed
• Collaborate with the Communications Manager on targeted lists for appeals or stewardship
• Support event-related reporting and budget tracking
• Assist with the production and distribution of printed event materials (signage, flyers, programs)
• Maintain a collaborative team approach with Development and administrative staff

Skills

Event planning

Donor relations

Communication

Public speaking

Tools

Salesforce

Greater Giving

Canva

Constant Contact

Microsoft Office

Job description

Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington, NC is seeking a dedicated professional to lead fundraising events, manage in-kind donor relationships, and support donor stewardship and data entry. You will work with the Development team and volunteers to ensure successful events and engaging donor experiences.

The role involves planning signature events, coordinating third‑party campaigns, and maintaining accurate donor records in Salesforce. Excellent communication and community engagement are essential.