Development Coordinator:
Reports to: Executive Director
About High & Mighty
The mission of High & Mighty is to engage the power of the horse-human connection to provide physical, emotional and spiritual well-being to those of all abilities. We provide equine-assisted services to approximately 100 participants per week, including, but not limited to, people with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities; veterans and their families; school groups; elder communities and underserved youth.
Position Overview
The Development Coordinator will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program that includes corporate giving, grant writing, written appeals, and special events. The successful candidate will be working closely with the Executive Director, Founder, and Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals.
- Identify and cultivate major gift prospects, as well as corporate donors and foundation grants.
- Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization. This includes our annual gala/auction, which is a major source of revenue.
- Work closely with the Board of Directors and Executive Director to develop fundraising strategies and goals.
- Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in corporate giving, grant and appeal writing, and special events.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and volunteers.
- Experience with fundraising software and donor databases.
- A deep commitment to the mission and values of High & Mighty.
This is a part-time position with a competitive salary. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional with a passion for making a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume and cover letter to Dianne@high-n-mighty.org.