Mission Advancement Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Mission Advancement Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the YMCA's fundraising initiatives, special events, and board relations. This part-time position combines development activities with event coordination and board support to help advance the organization's mission and financial sustainability. 

Key Responsibilities

Development & Fundraising (60%)

·  Assist in planning and implementing Annual Support Campaign 2026

·  Support donor stewardship activities including thank you letters, donor recognition, and relationship maintenance

·  Research and identify potential individual, corporate, and foundation donors

·  Serve on grants committees (Building Future Work Force, Connected Communities)

·  Clean/scrub Daxko database for more accurate donor records

·  Manage text-to-give platform and campaigns

·  Conduct outreach calls to past donors for re-engagement

·  Work with marketing team to update and refresh giving materials

·  Handle donation collections and related communications

·  Prepare fundraising reports and track campaign metrics

·  Manage staff T-shirts and internal fundraising initiatives

·  Maintain Triangle Society database and member management

·  Oversee Endowment database and management activities

Event Planning & Coordination (30%)

·  Assist with planning and executing special events including annual galas, community fundraisers, and donor appreciation events 

·  Coordinate event logistics including venue selection, catering, entertainment, and vendor management

·  Provide event project management support

·  Manage event registration systems and attendee communications

·  Support community outreach and Y on the Fly (YOTF) events 

Board Management (10%)

·  Provide administrative support to CEO

·  Assist with board meeting preparation and materials

·  Support board committee activities and communications

·  Maintain board records and documentation

QUALIFICATIONS:

·  Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or related field or equivalent work experience

·  Strong written and verbal communication skills 

·  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management 

·  Experience with donor management systems (preferred) 

·  Background in grant writing 

·  Knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor stewardship 

·  Previous experience working with volunteers

·  Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects 

·  Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

·  Must be wiling to work weekends and evenings as needed. 

·  Must be able to attend and complete all the required training.

·  CPR/AED/O2 training certifications and Child Abuses Prevention, Understanding Your Biases, Anti-Harassment, Blood Borne Pathogens, Hazard Communication Awareness, and Slips, Trips, and Falls trainings required.