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2 people are interested
Fundraiser and Events Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: Arising Youth International, Inc
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2 people are interested
This position is located in Concord, NC.
Founded in 2015, Arising Youth International is a nonprofit organization providing services to youths in the United States and Kenya. establishes community programs that surround young people with various opportunities for positive engagements. Our skill building program provides youth with opportunities to enjoy innovative and fun leadership activities where both learning and personal development occur.
Description
Reporting to the Executive Director, the fundraising and events coordinator will assist with fundraising, donor stewardship and event planning activities. The fundraising and events coordinator will directly contribute to increasing AYI’s capacity move youth forward increasing organizational resources supporting youth development programs.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Assist with all donor stewardship, renewal and recognition activities
Lead the planning and management of fundraising events
Coordinate and follow up on stewardship mailings and phone campaigns, as well as donor requests
Work with the fundraising team to prospect and solicit major donors Identify and approach potential business partners
Help increase communications with supporters
Assist with general fundraising activities as needed
Qualifications
Fundraising and/or event planning experience Ability to build strong relationships with new people and organizations Experience working in an office environment Detail-oriented with excellent time management skills Strong interpersonal skills Works well independently and as part of a team Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, and Excel
Time Commitment
This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for 1-2 days per week during regular office hours (Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm), for an average of 8-10 hours per week.
Benefits and recognition
This position provides valuable experience for fundraising management and event planning students; individuals with an interest in gaining experience in the non-profit sector; and anyone with a passion for helping youths.
AYI will provide reference letters for all volunteers who successfully complete a placement.
More opportunities with Arising Youth International, Inc
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Arising Youth International, Inc
Location:
4416 Southmark Dr Suite 101, Salisbury, NC 28147, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to move youth forward. By partnering with local schools, churches, businesses, non-governmental organizations, governmental and community leaders, AYI is able establish community programs that surround young people with various opportunities for positive engagement. This reduces risks encountered and ultimately leads to higher rates of successful transitions into adulthood.
Description
Founded in 2015, Arising Youth International is a nonprofit organization providing services to youths in the United States and Kenya. AYI establishes community programs that surround young people with various opportunities for positive engagements. Our skill building pro-gram provides youth with opportunities to enjoy innovative and fun leadership activities where both learning and personal development occur. To ensure a rich experience for all participants, our activities are carried out by persons with back grounds in child psychology, vocation, social and religious ethics, education, community leadership and volunteers.
Arising Youth International of Nairobi’s Youth Education Sponsorship (YES) Program connects sponsors with under-privileged students who are unable to pay for an education and are desiring to attend high school or college . With the help of our YES Program and willing sponsors, students are given the opportunity to move forward by furthering their education beyond primary school.
The AYI Performing Arts Program uses performing arts as a vehicle to move youths forward in personal development. Through dramatic performances, Arising Youth International brings attention to personal responsibility and awareness to the following social issues: overcoming societal issues, AIDS/HIV, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and the roll of education in achieving a brighter future.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
27 Union StreetConcord, NC 28027
DATE POSTED
May 30, 2016
SKILLS
- Advertising
- Problem Solving
- Event Design & Planning
- People Skills
- Event Planning / Management
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- an average of 8 hours per week