Donor Relations Coordinator

at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Quincy, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have a talent for building meaningful relationships and a knack for fundraising? If so, we invite you to join The Salvation Army as our new Donor Relations Coordinator!
The Salvation Army is a worldwide charitable organization dedicated to meeting human needs without discrimination. We are committed to providing support and services to the most vulnerable in our community, and our work is made possible through the generosity of our donors.
Job Responsibilities:
As a Donor Relations Coordinator, you will play a vital role in our fundraising efforts and donor stewardship. Your key responsibilities will include:
Annual Christmas Campaign Management: Coordinate and manage our annual Christmas campaign and other fundraising activities to ensure we meet our financial goals.
Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Build and maintain relationships with donors through regular communication, meetings, and personalized stewardship.
Corporate Gift Solicitation: Assist in identifying and soliciting corporate gifts.
Planned Giving Support: Work closely with donors and their advisors to facilitate legacy giving, assisting in the solicitation and securing of planned gifts.
Grant Applications: Assist with research and writing of compelling grant applications to secure essential funding.
Representation: Represent The Salvation Army at board and community meetings, effectively communicating our mission and the impact of donor support.
Donor Recognition and Retention: Develop and implement strategies to enhance donor loyalty and engagement.
Data Management: Maintain accurate donor records and track fundraising progress using SalesForce.
Reporting: Prepare reports and presentations for board members, management, conferences, groups, and donors as needed.
What Are We Looking For?
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a similar role.
Proven track record of successful fundraising and donor stewardship.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in using SalesForm (or other CRM software) and Microsoft Office suite.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Passion for The Salvation Army's mission and values
Position Details & Perks:
Pay starting at $44,045.31 - commensurate with education and/or experience
Full-time, exempt position
Comprehensive health benefits - premiums include dental, vision, and hearing coverage!
Work life balance - enjoy 14 paid holidays while accruing vacation, sick, and personal time!
Employer paid pension
FREE adult or family Kroc membership - all you pay is the taxes!
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About the Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army believes in faith put into action and making life better for others. Our services meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs to rebuild lives and create lasting change. Help is given freely and without discrimination, while preserving the individual's dignity. We're here to change lives, one at a time.

The Quincy Area Command serves Adams, Pike and Brown counties in Illinois and Marion, Ralls, Lewis, Shelby and Monroe counties in Missouri as well as transients who have come to our community and find themselves in a homeless situation. It is the goal of our program to equip our residents with the knowledge and life skills development needed to find employment and suitable, affordable housing that they might become self-sufficient individuals.

The Emergency Shelter can accommodate up to 20 people with rooms dedicated to single men and women as well as families. The building also includes our Family Services programs and Food Pantry/Breadline.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.