The Event & Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing community events and fundraising initiatives that support the mission of the shelter. This role focuses on increasing community engagement, building relationships with local businesses and sponsors, coordinating volunteers, and developing creative fundraising opportunities throughout the year.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate shelter fundraising events including:
- Dash for Dogs
- Bingo Nights
- Yoga with Puppies & Kittens
- Dine-to-Donate partnerships
- Adoption and community outreach events
- Develop new and creative fundraising and event ideas to increase community involvement and revenue
- Reach out to local businesses and organizations for sponsorships, donations, and partnerships
- Maintain strong communication with sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and staff
- Coordinate and manage volunteers assisting with events
- Track event timelines, tasks, and deadlines to ensure smooth execution
- Assist with event setup, breakdown, and on-site coordination
- Promote events through community outreach and collaboration with marketing/social media staff when applicable
- Ensure events represent the shelter professionally and positively within the community
Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and stay on task in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable speaking with businesses, sponsors, and community members
- Creative thinker with the ability to generate new fundraising ideas
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience with event planning, fundraising, customer service, or nonprofit work preferred
- Passion for animal welfare and community engagement
Schedule Expectations
- Flexible schedule required, including some evenings and weekends for events
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Events management: 1 year (Preferred)
- Fundraising: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
