Fundraising Coordinator

Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for the organization. Identify and build relationships with potential donors. Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.

Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs. Design or produce materials such as posters, Web sites, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events. Implement corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching. Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions. Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.

Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising events. Develop and maintain media contact lists. Create or update donor databases. With the Advisory Committee establish fundraising or participation goals for special events or specified time periods. Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs. Develop or implement fundraising activities, such as annual giving campaigns or direct mail programs.

Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government donors. Write speeches, press releases, or other promotional materials to increase awareness of the causes, missions, or goals of organizations seeking funds. Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, history of charitable donations, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.

Candidates must live in the United States and preferably in the Chicagoland area.