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Best Buddies International · 3 months ago

Intern, Special Events and Development

Waterford, NY, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit organization focused on creating opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Intern, Special Events and Development will assist with fundraising events, engaging with local businesses for sponsorships, and supporting event logistics and marketing efforts.

AssociationCommunitiesNon Profit

Responsibilities

Support for special event logistics including, but not limited to, publicity, communication, show flow, day before/day of preparation, etc

Assist in securing, where applicable, in-kind donations such as food, beverage, prizes, etc

Support all development-related e-communications

Research new potential sponsors who align with the Best Buddies mission and DEI initiatives

Help find sponsorships for fundraising events by contacting local businesses

Assist in planning event details and logistics

Assist with planning of local fundraisers and third-party events contributing to larger events

Send out thank you letters

Intern will be required to attend their local Friendship Walk

Assist with website and social media content

Support staff and event photographer with taking photos, creating Instagram Reels, TikToks, etc., from content leading up to and at the Friendship Walk as assigned