Manager of Individual Giving & Special Events

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Development, the job is responsible for overseeing strategies that enhance our annual and individual giving programs and the creation, coordination and execution of special events and activities to increase public awareness, knowledge, and support of The Night Ministry.

The position is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with The Night Ministry’s Associate Board. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for community-centric fundraising, emphasizing inclusivity and engagement of diverse communities. By integrating these values into our fundraising practices, the Manager will play a critical role in fostering a more equitable and community-focused approach to our outreach and development activities.

Lead the planning and execution of special fundraising events, including annual Gala (Lighting Up the Night) and Night Lights event, to increase revenue and grow participation in events. In addition to the two annual events, this may include third-party events, cultivation events, and community events, particularly in neighborhoods where The Night Ministry provides program services.

• In conjunction with VP of Advancement and Director of Development, develop and implement annual plan for events, including goals, objectives, follow-up, and evaluation.
• Recruit, manage, and support volunteers and related special event committees.
• In conjunction with VP of Advancement, Director of Development and Event Chairs, participate in and/or lead event-related meetings.
• Work closely with the Event Planner (Contractor) on annual gala to procure donations, raffle and auction items, and in-kind items and services for events; select third-party vendors; also, to include audio visual, work with auction software company, catering, photography, flowers and other event-related details; produce all event support materials, such as name tags, signage, bidder paddles, auction displays, etc.
• Prepare presentations for each event, in conjunction with Marketing and Communications Team, Director of Development, VP of Advancement, and President.

• To design, produce, and mail invitations and other printed and digital materials.
• On event promotion to target audiences and increase event participation.
• To ensure that publication-worthy photographs, logos, and graphics are secured for donor recognition, stewardship, and reporting.

• In collaboration with the Director of Development, implement strategic plans to increase revenue through annual giving programs, targeting lower-level and mid-tier donors up to $10,000.
• Oversee a portfolio of individual donors, ensuring active engagement and cultivation to increase donor retention and upgrade donor levels.
• Manage the Individual Giving Coordinator to coordinate the development, execution, and evaluation of semi-annual appeal campaigns, including direct mail and digital outreach.
• Collaborate with The Night Ministry’s Associate Board to provide overall leadership. Develop and execute strategic and annual operations plans; cultivate relationships with members to maintain and grow the Board. Help to plan and execute special events, including annual Night Lights fundraising event.
• Develop and maintain relationships with a portfolio of mid-level donors through regular communication, acknowledgements, and updates on the impact of their contributions. Create personalized cultivation and stewardship plans, with the Director of Development.
• Utilize donor database to track and analyze donor information and giving patterns to inform fundraising strategies.
• Collaborate with The Database Administrator to prepare regular reports on the progress of fundraising activities, including individual giving and event outcomes, for senior management and board review.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop materials and messages that effectively communicate the appeal and impact of giving opportunities.
• Ensure that all fundraising activities comply with relevant laws and ethical practices pertaining to nonprofit fundraising, with Director of Development.
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