Community Engagement & Annual Giving Manager
Join a Mission That Changes Lives
At SOS Care, we believe every individual with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities deserves the opportunity to live a life of purpose, independence, and belonging. Every day, our team works to remove barriers, create opportunities, and build communities where individuals can thrive—not just today, but for generations to come.
We are more than a nonprofit. We are innovators, problem-solvers, and passionate advocates who are transforming what independent living looks like across South Carolina. From early intervention and workforce development to affordable housing through our nationally recognized Oak Tree Farm community, we are creating a comprehensive pathway that empowers individuals and supports families throughout every stage of life.
Why SOS Care?
Our culture is built around Six Core Values that guide every decision we make:
· Courage - We embrace challenges, lead with confidence, and do what is right even when it is difficult.
· Accountability - We take ownership of our work, our commitments, and the outcomes we achieve.
· Integrity - We build trust through honesty, transparency, and ethical leadership.
· Innovation - We are curious, creative, and bold in sharing, developing and implementing ideas that drive progress and positive change.
· Inclusion - We believe everyone belongs and value the unique strengths each person brings.
· Adaptability - We continuously improve, innovate, and seek better ways to support our community.
These aren't just words on a wall—they are the foundation of our culture, our hiring decisions, our leadership, and the way we support one another.
A High-Performing Organization
SOS Care operates using the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®), creating a workplace built on clarity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Every team member understands how their work contributes to the organization's mission and strategic vision.
Through EOS, you'll experience:
- Clear expectations and measurable goals
- A collaborative leadership culture
- Opportunities to innovate and solve meaningful challenges
- Regular coaching and professional development
- An organization committed to doing the right things—and doing them well
If you enjoy working in a mission-driven organization that values both heart and high performance, you'll feel right at home.
The Opportunity
As our Community Engagement & Annual Giving Manager, you'll play a vital role in advancing SOS Care's mission by building meaningful relationships throughout our community and inspiring others to invest in changing lives.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives on connecting people with purpose, developing strategic partnerships, engaging donors, leading annual giving initiatives, and creating opportunities for individuals, businesses, and community organizations to become lifelong champions of SOS Care.
Every conversation you have, every partnership you build, and every gift you help secure directly supports programs that empower individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities to achieve greater independence and a brighter future.
If you're looking for more than a job—if you're looking for meaningful work where your talents can create lasting impact while growing alongside an exceptional team—we'd love to meet you.
Together, we're building communities where everyone has the opportunity to belong, contribute, and thrive.
Community Engagement & Annual Giving Manager
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary Range: 60,000-75,000
Position Summary
The Community Engagement & Annual Giving Manager is responsible for growing SOS Care’s community of supporters through annual giving, donor stewardship, corporate sponsorships, fundraising events, community partnerships, and volunteer engagement. This position develops and manages a comprehensive donor pipeline, cultivates relationships with annual, Donor Advised Fund (DAF), and Legacy Giving prospects, and works closely with the CEO to prepare qualified major gift opportunities.
This position serves as the primary relationship manager for annual donors while supporting the long-term sustainability of SOS Care through strategic fundraising and community engagement.
Essential Responsibilities
Annual Giving & Donor Engagement (35%)
- Develop and execute annual fundraising campaigns.
- Grow annual and recurring giving programs.
- Coordinate year-end appeals and online fundraising campaigns.
- Steward existing donors through phone calls, meetings, handwritten notes, and personalized communication.
- Increase donor retention and donor participation.
- Maintain accurate CRM records.
Corporate Sponsorships (20%)
- Develop SOS Care’s annual sponsorship package.
- Secure new corporate sponsors.
- Renew annual sponsorships.
- Coordinate sponsor recognition and benefit fulfillment.
- Maintain ongoing relationships with sponsors.
Events & Community Engagement (20%)
- Coordinate the annual fundraising calendar.
- Lead one to two signature fundraising events annually.
- Support departmental fundraising events.
- Coordinate sponsor participation.
- Build community partnerships and volunteer opportunities.
- Represent SOS Care at networking events and community functions.
Donor Pipeline Management (15%)
- Build and manage an active donor cultivation pipeline.
- Identify and qualify new donor prospects.
- Develop cultivation plans.
- Schedule donor meetings with the CEO.
- Track donor movement through each stage of cultivation.
- Present donor pipeline updates during EOS Level 10 meetings.
Planned Giving & Donor Advised Funds (10%)
- Develop and market Legacy Giving initiatives.
- Build relationships with Donor Advised Fund holders.
- Identify planned giving opportunities.
- Support long-term donor stewardship strategies.
AI & Technology Responsibilities
- Utilize AI to research prospective donors.
- Assist with donor segmentation.
- Draft donor communications.
- Coordinate event communications.
- Track stewardship activities.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and reports.
EOS Accountability
This position participates in weekly EOS Level 10 Meetings and is responsible for reporting scorecard metrics, quarterly Rocks, donor pipeline updates, and departmental priorities.
Key Performance Indicators
- New donors acquired
- Annual donor retention
- Monthly recurring donors
- Donor stewardship calls
- Donor meetings completed
- New corporate sponsors
- Sponsor renewal rate
- Signature event milestones
- Community partnerships established
- Volunteer engagement
- Qualified donor prospects added
- CEO donor meetings scheduled
- DAF prospects identified
- Legacy Giving prospects identified
- CRM updates completed within 48 hours
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Three or more years of experience in fundraising, marketing, business development, sales, community engagement, or nonprofit leadership.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Experience with CRM software preferred.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
- Passion for the mission of SOS Care.
Work Schedule
This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to attend fundraising events, networking opportunities, donor meetings, volunteer activities, and community functions.
Physical Requirements
- Local travel throughout the Grand Strand and surrounding communities.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for event setup when needed.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
