Corporate Giving Specialist

Looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 250+ employees. We are an organization that celebrates and prioritizes diversity and inclusion. HSPPR welcomes you to apply for this exciting opportunity at our socially conscious organization.

Job Summary

The Corporate Giving Specialist is a full-time position in the Philanthropy Department, reporting to the Director of Development. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Corporate Giving Program in support of Philanthropy Department annual fundraising goals. The Corporate Giving Specialist serves as a forward-facing representative of HSPPR, ensuring innovative sponsorship opportunities and exceptional donor experiences.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Annual Sponsorship Program

• Administer Annual and Event Sponsorship Programs in support of annual fundraising events to include: helping to develop collateral, prospecting, securing commitments and fulfillment.
• Responsible for approximately 50% of the annual $1 million events fundraising goal (about $500,000 annually in sponsorships) as part of a $5.5-8M+ annual philanthropic goal.
• Cultivates and oversees impactful in-kind and media sponsorship opportunities and benefits.
• Collaborate and contribute with Events, Major Gifts, Communications, and Volunteer Services teams to ensure the fulfillment of sponsorship benefits and event logistics for the delivery of meaningful and value-added sponsorships.

Business and Corporate Relations

• Manage new and established business and corporate relations, including business affiliate partnerships, to maximize support of organizational needs.
• Coordinates and oversees 3rd party/DIY fundraisers with business partners/individuals including preparing information for the website, brand recognition and promotion, payments, and in some cases personal appearances.
• Regularly represent HSPPR at corporate networking, conferences, and industry events, fostering new partnerships and enhancing organizational visibility. Be willing to represent, speak, and present as an HSPPR spokesperson.

Donor Management

• Evaluate sponsorship giving levels, benefits, and fair market value of sponsorship packages.
• Stewardship of corporate relationships through personalized communication, hosted tours and appreciation events, enrichment opportunities, puppygrams, etc.
• Track and grow program using revenue and retention metrics.
• Verify all sponsorship giving and key contacts are accurately recorded in Raiser's Edge and utilize event platforms (i.e.. Givesmart and Qgiv) for gift processing and reconciliation with Finance.
• Prepare all corporate gift acknowledgements and thank you notes for sponsors.
• Serve as a key contributor to the Events team planning, preparation and execution. Work closely with the Events Manager and Specialist to effectively support signature events (Fur Ball Pawtoberfest, and Whisker Brunch).
• Establish and maintain SOPs to standardize and enhance corporate giving processes, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and donor satisfaction.

Other

• If the Community Animal Response Team (CART) is activated, may serve as the Emergency Support Functions (ESF) #11 desk representative at either the City or County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and is responsible for serving as the liaison between HSPPR, the CART shelter(s) and the Command Staff.
• Attends EOC-related City and County training, including but not limited to completing the FEMA IS-100.b and IS-700.A certificate to be prepared to serve at the ESF #11 desk.
• Commitment to the mission, values, goals and success of HSPPR.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Duties

None

Physical Demands

• Regularly sits at computer station, often in a shared office environment.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of forty pounds with reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to be on feet for extended periods of time.
• Typically stands, bends, stoops and crouches.
• Consistently exposed to animals in the workplace and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available.
• Periodically drives a HSPPR Vehicle to perform duties
• In the event that the Community Animal Response Team (CART) is activated, may serve as the Emergency Support Functions (ESF) #11 desk representative at either the City or County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and is responsible for serving as a liaison between HSPPR, the CART shelter(s) and the Command Staff.
• Attends EOC related City and County trainings, including but not limited to completing the FEMA IS-100.b and IS-700.A certificates, to be prepared to serve at the ESF #11 desk.

Schedule Requirements

• Five 8-hour shifts; Monday-Friday.
• Schedule may include weekend, evening and holiday work.
• Hybrid schedule may be available after initial training period.

Education/Experience Necessary

• Education or experience equivalent to a minimum of a Bachelors' degree.
• Two years of philanthropy or corporate sponsorship related experience preferred.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, Teams and emerging tools.
• Experience with CRM or donor databases (e.g. Raiser's Edge, Salesforce) preferred.
• Experience with online platforms for ticketing, electronic payments, and gift processing preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Proven organizational and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
• Sound judgment and ability to exercise complete discretion when dealing with confidential information.
• A resourceful style with the ability to work independently, take initiative and manage multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines, as well as to be a team player who is eager to collaborate with others.
• An ability to network and build alliances.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local community and philanthropic environment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven experience with the delivery of excellent customer service.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License with insurable driving record.

**Application Deadline: 6/12/2026, or until position is filled.**

Benefits include:

Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision* Insurances ~~ Supplemental Group Insurance* ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks

(*) Employee pays the full premium

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to

The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community.

Core Values Statements-

• Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people with kindness, respect and compassion.
• Stewardship: We are accountable and transparent in our actions and in the use of our resources to build trust in those we serve.
• Integrity: We believe we can make the greatest impact by staying true to our mission, always doing what is best for the animals and people of our community, and by standing united in our decisions.
• Excellence: We are passionate about our mission, and strive for excellence through continual learning, innovation and the development of our board, staff and volunteers.
• Collaboration: We seek strategic partnerships and alliances to advance the welfare and protection of animals and people.
• Service: We exist to serve our communities and operate with this commitment to serve as front and center in all we do.

As a condition of employment with HSPPR, you will be required to authorize HSPPR and ProScreening to conduct a background check before confirming an employment start date. The background check will include a criminal investigation, verification of citizenship/immigration status, and a motor vehicle record. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that any offers of employment will be contingent upon completion of the background check to the satisfaction of HSPPR.

In consideration of any offers of employment made as a result of your interest in this position, by applying for this position, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against HSPPR for invasion of privacy in respect to drug testing and background checks as listed above.