Impact-Driven Fundraising & Events Planner

Dentonmhmr; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County MHMR Center is seeking a Fundraising & Events Specialist who will support the Business Development Director by coordinating fundraising initiatives, donor and sponsor engagement, and Center-wide events to advance the mission.

You will plan logistics, manage timelines and budgets, coordinate vendors and volunteers, and work with other teams to promote events, ensure accessibility, trauma-informed practices, and post-event evaluation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of experience in fundraising, event planning, community engagement, marketing, nonprofit development, or a related administrative field required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred in business, marketing, public relations, communications or related fields.
• Experience with nonprofit or governmental organizations highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Business Development Director in developing and executing annual fundraising plans, campaigns, and initiatives aligned with the Center's mission and fundraising goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with donors, prospective donors, sponsors, businesses, community partners, and other supporters.
• Develop sponsorship opportunities and materials; solicit monetary and in‑kind support; and coordinate sponsor benefits, recognition, and fulfillment.
• Support donor acquisition, stewardship, and retention through timely follow‑up, acknowledgments, engagement activities, and ongoing communication.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of donors, sponsors, gifts, pledges, in‑kind contributions, and relationship activity in accordance with Center procedures.
• Track and report fundraising revenue, expenses, participation, sponsor engagement, and progress toward established goals.

Skills

Fundraising principles

Donor stewardship

Event planning

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years fundraising/event experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Denton County MHMR Center is seeking a Fundraising & Events Specialist who will support the Business Development Director by coordinating fundraising initiatives, donor and sponsor engagement, and Center-wide events to advance the mission.

You will plan logistics, manage timelines and budgets, coordinate vendors and volunteers, and work with other teams to promote events, ensure accessibility, trauma-informed practices, and post-event evaluation.