Fundraising Coordinator-Volunteer Position

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**NON-PROFIT PROVIDES PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES LOCATED IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NC AREA**
**Volunteer would be needed for the Cumberland County, NC Region**

The Fundraising Coordinator is an unpaid volunteer position. This role will assist with fundraising efforts to increase brand awareness and ultimately grow our community of donors. The objective is to spread our message and encourage our community of supporters to make donations to Help In Hope, Inc. Upon Executive Director approval, access may be granted to use any appropriate digital marketing outlets (website, blog, newsletter, press releases, etc.) and/or social media channels to promote active fundraising campaigns, encouraging public support. This role directly contributes to Help In Hope, Inc. vision and mission to instill knowledge, skills, and connections to improve the quality of life for transitional age youth (13-21) and their families, via the organization’s advocacy, awareness, and education initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and management of Help In Hope, Inc. year-long fundraising initiatives.
• Collaborate with staff & other volunteers on #GivingTuesday and year-end fundraising efforts.
• Work with and develop a fundraising team to prospect and solicit major and corporate donors.
• Identify potential business partners as sponsors.
• Help increase communications with supporters and current donors.
• Assist in creating the Help In Hope, Inc. annual fundraising plan.
• Contribute creative ideas for new fundraising opportunities.

Skills & Personal Traits

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Outgoing, enthusiastic and creative thinker.
• Ability to build strong relationships with new people, businesses, and organizations.
• Ability to use online tools to engage members, donors, and corporate partners.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Works well independently and proactively as part of a team.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Nonprofit fundraising and/or event planning experience (preferred).
• Clear understanding of the unique needs of nonprofit organizations (preferred).
• Micro influencer with fundraising portfolio and large social media network is an asset.

Benefits and Recognition

This virtual position provides valuable experience for fundraising management, event planning, marketing and nonprofit management students. Also suited to individuals with an interest in gaining experience in the nonprofit sector or in the fundraising and event planning field, and anyone dedicated to the positive physical, emotional, and intellectual development of children and youth in the United States. Our volunteers are highly valued members of the Help In Hope, Inc. team and contribute to making a significant difference in the successful execution of Help In Hope, Inc.’s vision and mission, our advocacy, awareness, and education initiatives. Help In Hope, Inc. will provide milestone acknowledgements and reference letters for all volunteers who successfully complete their volunteer placement.

About Help In Hope, Inc.

Help in Hope, Inc. is an 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that seeks to use mentorship to bridge the gap between transitional age youth and their needs. Help In Hope, Inc. provides support to the community by recruiting passionate helping professionals that enhance the development of youth through service. Help In Hope, Inc. strives to provide youth with tools needed to help them emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually to increase their chances of educational/vocational attainment, and independence. Help In Hope, Inc. seeks to help youth foster genuine, healthy, and respectful relationships with their peers and adults. Help in Hope, Inc. will collaborate with caregivers and community resources in efforts to maintain positive changes.