Donor Services Associate

Donor Services Associate

Part-Time Peoria, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition

POSITION TITLE: Donor Services Associate

POSITION LOCATION: Peoria Service Center, 507 E Armstrong Ave, Peoria, IL 61603

POSITION STATUS:Non-Exempt/Hourly

POSITION

SCHEDULE:

Part time, 10 hours per week: typically two 5-hour days

Support the relationships that make our mission possible.

At Easterseals Central Illinois, the generosity of donors, sponsors, and community partners helps make life-changing services possible for children and families across our region. The Donor Services Associate plays a key role in ensuring those relationships are supported through accurate gift processing, donor stewardship, and the management of our donor database and fundraising systems.

While this position is primarily administrative and not client-facing, it has a direct impact on our ability to fulfill our mission. Every donation entered, acknowledgment sent, and report generated helps strengthen the support that allows Easterseals programs and services to thrive.

About Us

Easterseals Central Illinois provides pediatric therapy, education, and family support services for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and special needs. With the support of our generous donors and community partners, we are able to expand access to life-changing services that help children reach their fullest potential and strengthen families across Central Illinois.

Every gift makes a difference—and behind every gift is a system that ensures it is received, recorded, and stewarded with care. Our Donor Services team plays a vital role in that process, maintaining accurate and organized donor records that support meaningful relationships and help fuel our mission forward.

Watch this short video to learn more about the impact Easterseals has in our communities.

We're seeking a detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with data, systems, and administrative processes. The ideal candidate:

• Has experience with donor databases, CRM software, or similar data management systems
• Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Communicates professionally and works well with others
• Can manage responsibilities independently and maintain confidentiality
• Has experience in fundraising operations, donor services, nonprofit administration, accounting support, or related administrative roles

Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge is preferred. Candidates with experience using donor management databases, CRM platforms, or similar data management systems are encouraged to apply.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data and systems and can quickly become a trusted steward of donor information, maintaining accurate fundraising records with a high degree of independence.

Why Work for Easterseals?

Easterseals is a mission-driven organization where every role contributes to improving the lives of children and families. As part of our team, you'll find:

• A supportive and collaborative workplace
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful fundraising and donor engagement efforts
• A role that values accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail
• The chance to support programs and services that make a lasting difference in our community

Your work helps ensure that the generosity of our donors is honored, recognized, and transformed into meaningful impact for the families we serve.

Compensation

The expected pay range for this position is an hourly rate of $15.00 to $17.00. The actual rate offered will be based on a variety of individualized factors, including relevant experience, role responsibilities, qualifications, talent availability, and organizational needs. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Position Objective: The Donor Services Associate is responsible for the continued development and maintenance of the Easterseals Central Illinois Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) platform, managing the integrity of agency donor data, and ensuring all the right processes and protocols are operationalized in the system.

Job Functions:

• Receives and enters all gifts into the appropriate accounts/funds; manages check, credit card, ACH, stock,…