Houston Veterans Fundraising & Communications Lead

USVETS Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

U.S.VETS Long Beach is seeking a Development & Communications Manager to lead fundraising and community engagement, driving donor relationships and local partnerships in Long Beach, CA. You will work with national leadership while executing site-based strategies and events.

The ideal candidate brings nonprofit fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, including events, corporate, and individual giving
• Demonstrated success securing donor investments and sponsorships
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead site fundraising initiatives to exceed annual goals (approx. $750,000)
• Build and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and community organizations
• Plan and execute signature fundraising events and sponsorship campaigns
• Collaborate with national leadership on integrated fundraising strategies
• Represent the organization in the community through presentations and partnerships
• Track donor engagement and fundraising activity using donor databases
• Manage local marketing, social media, and public relations efforts
• Share client success stories and mission-focused content
• Maintain fundraising and communications calendars and develop branded materials

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Communication

Relationship-building

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Blackbaud

Microsoft Office

Job description

U.S.VETS Long Beach is seeking a Development & Communications Manager to lead fundraising and community engagement, driving donor relationships and local partnerships in Long Beach, CA. You will work with national leadership while executing site-based strategies and events.

The ideal candidate brings nonprofit fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.