Loaves & Fishes of Tompkins County · 1 day ago
Development & Community Relations Manager
Ithaca, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expLoaves & Fishes of Tompkins County is a nonprofit organization focused on community support and fundraising. The Development & Community Relations Manager will implement strategic fundraising plans, manage donor relations, and enhance community awareness of the organization.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Manages two annual appeals including the production of electronic and print solicitations and collaborating with the Executive Director to develop themes
Develops and oversees system of gift acknowledgements to ensure timely and meaningful thank you letters, phone calls, and notes from the Executive Director and board member
Builds relationships with new and existing donors and prospects, through excellent stewardship and opportunities for greater involvement as volunteers, fundraising committee members, and other possibilities
Identifies opportunities and develops plans for the Executive Director to engage meaningfully with donors and prospects. Provide briefings, advice, and staff support for the Executive Director’s work with donors
Serves as the leader and project manager for Empty Bowls, Loaves & Fishes’ signature fundraising event. Including managing event sponsorship solicitations, ticket sales, and coordinating with committees and staff to recruit potters, restaurants, and other vendor contributions
Organizes additional events, such as small donor gatherings and special events
Represents Loaves & Fishes to community organizations and media, especially those who may not have a strong understanding of the organization’s mission and impact, including faith-based communities, businesses, community organizations and clubs
Prepares press releases, follows up with representatives of the media and involves Executive Director and board in interviews, community event attendance and related activities
Assists in the creation of marketing and social media plans to support fundraising and awareness of Loaves
Identifies opportunities for community engagement with the Executive Director and supports the ED, as necessary
Visits with guests and volunteers in the kitchen and dining hall as time permits
Prepares monthly reports for board meetings
Works with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop annual fundraising goals and integrate them into the yearly budget
Leverages board expertise and co-leads the Fundraising Committee to support
Qualification
Required
Commitment to working in a mission-driven nonprofit organization
Experience developing and implementing strategic plans
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated leadership in project management
Commitment to teamwork
Respect for varying points of view
Skills to manage multiple priorities and activities
Experience with CRM software
Knowledge of challenges and needs commonly facing people living in poverty such as being food insecure, unhoused, dealing with mental and physical health challenges, under employment, and major life transitions or crises
Commitment to cultivating a welcoming organizational culture which includes supporting members of the BIPOC and LBGTQ+ communities and a commitment to upholding anti-racism policies and procedures
Preferred
5-7 years of professional fundraising experience
Company
Loaves & Fishes of Tompkins County
Loaves & Fishes provides a place for free meals, hospitality, companionship, and advocacy for those in need, regardless of their faith, beliefs, or circumstances.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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