Fundraising Event Coordinator

The Fundraising Event Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and execution of key fundraising events taking place in early to mid-2026, including the Winter Fundraiser, PJ Library Spring Fundraiser, Richard Bornstein Dwares JCC Golf Classic, and Yom Ha’atzmaut Fundraiser. This is a part-time (10 hours/week, 3 month temporary position, at $25) ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong event planning and fundraising experience.

Key responsibilities include -

Winter Fundraiser: mid-winter 2026

• Finalize event details and logistics.
• Recruit and coordinate event committee members.
• Secure sponsorships or a lead donor; determine sponsorship levels and ticket pricing.
• Coordinate entertainment (e.g., singer, comedian).
• Arrange rentals, catering, bar service, and liquor license.
• Set up registration page through iDonate.
• Collaborate with the branding and marketing team on invitations, social media, and printed materials.
• Oversee décor and production of printed collateral.

PJ Library Spring Fundraiser: Spring 2026 preparation for event

• Finalize event concept, date, and time (e.g., brunch, PJ party, family-friendly).
• Secure sponsors and determine sponsor levels.
• Recruit and manage the event committee.
• Set up and manage iDonate registration page.

Richard Bornstein Dwares JCC Golf Classic: June 2026 preparation for event

• Coordinate committee meetings (bi-weekly, increasing to weekly near the event).
• Lead sponsorship outreach and management.
• Oversee design and distribution of Save the Date and event brochure.
• Collaborate with branding and marketing on communications and social media.
• Manage iDonate registration setup.
• Finalize novelty experiences (e.g., live music, tastings, swag, raffles).
• Coordinate with vendors for golfer and racquet gifts, banners, tee signs, and printed collateral.
• Work with the golf club to finalize menu and logistics.
• Assist in organizing the honorary committee and award recognition.

Yom Ha’atzmaut Fundraiser: April 2026 preparation for event

• Collaborate with leadership to define event format (e.g., concert or party).
• Determine date, time, venue, and event scope.
• Secure sponsorships, determine sponsor levels, and set ticket pricing.
• Coordinate catering, bar service, rentals, and décor.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in event coordination, fundraising, or nonprofit development.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for committee and sponsor engagement.
• Familiarity with iDonate or similar fundraising/event registration platforms preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a part-time, flexible schedule.

Schedule

• Hours: 10 hours per week mid-November through mid-March (flexible schedule; may include WFH).

Reports to Chief Development Officer