Foundation Communities
Foundation Communities seeks a fundraising professional to join our Individual Giving and Engagement (IGE) Team. The IGE Team is charged with inspiring individuals to participate and invest in our work, which can transform lives. Candidates should demonstrate personal passion for the FC mission and our models of fundraising. An ideal candidate has several years’ experience in individual donor fundraising practice with skills that can support or lead our projects including:
Responsibilities
Leads monthly Point of Entry Events and Tours – live and virtual – follows Benevon‑like fundraising model
Collaborates with additional internal staff, departments, and residents to facilitate cross‑departmental live and virtual events that foster community building, care, and respect through our trauma‑informed approach
Partners in weekly Prospect and Donor Cultivation - one‑on‑one stewardship and relationship building, using various cultivation strategies
Takes active leadership role in our annual mid‑October Fundraising Event – Supports all aspects of strategy, planning, logistics, execution and follow up
Spearheads annual Online Giving Campaigns – Lead Amplify Austin (March) and North Texas Giving Day (September) campaigns
Collaborates with and supports the IGE Data and Gift Administration team
Participates in and supports additional IGE team projects and activities as assigned and helps to advance the organization’s priorities
Qualifications
Combination of higher education and experience yielding the skills and abilities detailed above
Fundraising, high‑level sales management, customer or client‑facing experience is required
Experience in event planning, execution and follow‑up is required
Excellent written and oral communication skills; marketing communications are a plus; practice in ethical storytelling is a big plus
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required
One year or more experience with Raiser's Edge or similar data/CRM platform is preferred
Self‑starter with strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to think strategically
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a fast‑paced work environment
Personal transportation is required
Physical Demands/Work Environment
General work in the main office, including sitting or standing, twisting at a desk, computer keyboarding and typing, making and taking phone calls
Frequent on‑site events and visits, both indoors and outdoors, at all FC locations
Frequent lifting 20–30 pounds is likely
Foundation Communities provides an excellent benefits package including employer paid health benefits, 401(k) investment opportunity, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity. As an organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion we seek applicants from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
Details
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
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Responsibilities
Leads monthly Point of Entry Events and Tours – live and virtual – follows Benevon‑like fundraising model
Collaborates with additional internal staff, departments, and residents to facilitate cross‑departmental live and virtual events that foster community building, care, and respect through our trauma‑informed approach
Partners in weekly Prospect and Donor Cultivation - one‑on‑one stewardship and relationship building, using various cultivation strategies
Takes active leadership role in our annual mid‑October Fundraising Event – Supports all aspects of strategy, planning, logistics, execution and follow up
Spearheads annual Online Giving Campaigns – Lead Amplify Austin (March) and North Texas Giving Day (September) campaigns
Collaborates with and supports the IGE Data and Gift Administration team
Participates in and supports additional IGE team projects and activities as assigned and helps to advance the organization’s priorities
Qualifications
Combination of higher education and experience yielding the skills and abilities detailed above
Fundraising, high‑level sales management, customer or client‑facing experience is required
Experience in event planning, execution and follow‑up is required
Excellent written and oral communication skills; marketing communications are a plus; practice in ethical storytelling is a big plus
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required
One year or more experience with Raiser's Edge or similar data/CRM platform is preferred
Self‑starter with strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to think strategically
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a fast‑paced work environment
Personal transportation is required
Physical Demands/Work Environment
General work in the main office, including sitting or standing, twisting at a desk, computer keyboarding and typing, making and taking phone calls
Frequent on‑site events and visits, both indoors and outdoors, at all FC locations
Frequent lifting 20–30 pounds is likely
Foundation Communities provides an excellent benefits package including employer paid health benefits, 401(k) investment opportunity, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity. As an organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion we seek applicants from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
Details
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Non‑profit Organizations
#J-18808-Ljbffr