Fundraising Coordinator at Leg Up Farm Inc

Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Community Engagement, Grant Writing, Relationship Building, Communication, Planning, Organization, Advocacy, Social Media, Data Management, Teamwork, Strategic Thinking, Creativity, Flexibility, Integrity, Compassion

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description JOB TITLE: Fundraising Coordinator BUSINESS UNIT: Leg Up Farm LOCATION: Mount Wolf, PA DEPARTMENT: Development JOB TYPE: Full-time FLSA STATUS: Exempt WORK SCHEDULE: 40+Hrs/Wk, Days & Occasional Evenings & Weekends REPORTS TO: Development Director DIRECT / INDIRECT REPORTS: None PRIMARY INTERNAL CONTACTS: President/CEO, Executive Leadership Team, Development Director, Department Heads, Staff Members, Interns, and Volunteers PRIMARY EXTERNAL CONTACTS: Individual and Corporate Donors, Foundations, Government Agencies and Legislators, Civic Groups, and Leg Up Farm Clients and Families JOB SUMMARY The Fundraising Coordinator plays a crucial role in fundraising and community outreach as a member of the Development team. This role actively works to cultivate relationships with individual and corporate donors, foundations, government agencies and legislators, and civic groups, along with Leg Up Farm clients and families in efforts to solicit, engage, advocate and/or partner with them on various development initiatives. These initiatives include fundraising efforts such as grant writing, special events, social media, and awareness activities. As part of the Development team, the Fundraising Coordinator will explore and develop new opportunities for both the financial growth of Leg Up Farm and brand awareness of the organization. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FUNDRAISING Cultivate relationships with individual and corporate donors, foundations, government agencies and legislators, and civic groups via both conventional and innovative fundraising methods. Identify and solicit corporate sponsors. Identify and approach individual donors regarding gifting opportunities. Cultivate donor relations via regular contact and communications, including face-to-face interactions and tours of Leg Up Farm’s facility. Research and identify individual and foundation donors who may support Leg Up Farm programs and specific funding needs. Assist in grant writing efforts. Assist with the organization’s special events. Maintain donor specific data, including tracking direct donor contacts and communications. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Engage with community members to further Leg Up Farm’s mission, raise awareness, and increase service provision. Establish and cultivate strong relationships with peers across the organization and throughout the community. Present the mission of Leg Up Farm through speaking engagements, facility tours, networking events, and other community engagement activities. Represent Leg Up Farm in community initiatives and events that support the organizational brand/goals/strategies and engage key community stakeholders. Assist in content creation for Leg Up Farm’s social media accounts. Assist in creating compelling communications for donors, families, and the community using a variety of methods. Engage in advocacy efforts which shine a light on the challenges Leg Up Farm clients/families face and seek solutions that better their lives. JOB QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Required Bachelor’s Degree Preferred At least two years of work experience in fundraising, direct sales, or business development CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS Required Completion of new staff orientation trainings Completion of First Aid and CPR/AED Trainings Completion of Mandated Reporter and child abuse trainings Involvement on board or committee of nonprofit or civic organization(s) CLEARANCES / BACKGROUND CHECKS, MEDICAL EXAMS, & DRUG TESTING Required Current State Child Abuse History Clearance Current State Police Record Check Current Federal Criminal Background Check (FBI Fingerprinting) Compliance with drug testing and satisfactory drug testing results Valid PA Driver’s license: proof of automobile registration and required insurance KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Required Ability to think strategically and creatively about “the big picture” Excellent planning and organization skills Proven track record of achieving revenue targets Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally, both orally and in writing Ability to work in a team environment to achieve desired goals Skill using computers and various software programs Strong partnership building skills Preferred Ability to work with Donor Perfect Fundraising software or comparable system PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Required Strong Commitment to Organization’s Mission, Vision, & Culture of Positive Attitude, Passion, Teamwork, and Respect High Degree of Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct High Degree of Flexibility and Dependability Deep Sense of Compassion and Responsiveness to Client’s Needs Exemplify the six Guiding Principles of Leg Up Farm: 1. We will remember to HAVE FUN! 2. We are supportive and respect everyone we interact with and treat them as family. 3. We are “present” in all interactions. 4. We foster a “can-do” attitude by focusing on the strengths and creativity of each individual. 5. We are committed to continual improvement, both personally and professionally. 6. We are open to change, so we can be innovative. WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employee will be exposed to animal dander and hay when in the barn area. DISCLAIMER The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Further, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, or the expectation of continued employment. Leg Up Farm is and will maintain an “at-will” employment relationship with all employees. The employment relationship may be terminated at any time by either party for any reason, or for no reason, with or without cause and with or without notice. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform the minimum requirements and essential functions of this position. __________________________________ __________________________________________ ____________________ Please PRINT – Employee Name Employee Signature Date

Responsibilities

The Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for cultivating relationships with donors and engaging in fundraising initiatives. This includes grant writing, organizing special events, and increasing community awareness of Leg Up Farm's mission.