Donor Engagement Manager

Presbyterian Night Shelter is known for serving the homeless in greatest need: those who have no other places to go.  Those who present the greatest challenge to our community are welcome here. As the largest homeless shelter in Tarrant County, we serve approximately 1,000 men, women and children each night.

Presbyterian Night Shelter staff members strive with mutual respect and compassion to serve with integrity, taking responsibility for our actions to foster hope in the journey from homeless to home.                 

Objective

The Donor Engagement Manager is responsible for planning and executing special events, cultivating relationships with mid-level donors, and executing social media promotion for fundraising initiatives. This role plays a key part in ensuring successful fundraising and stewardship events, strengthening donor loyalty, and enhancing engagement through strategic donor cultivation and impactful event experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all fundraising and stewardship events, managing logistics, sponsorships, marketing, and donor recognition.
• Collaborate with the Director of Communications to develop promotional materials for events and donor engagement initiatives.
• Oversee event budgets, ensuring cost-effective execution while maximizing revenue and impact.
• Cultivate relationships with vendors, sponsors, and event partners to enhance in-kind support and sponsorship opportunities.
• Lead all volunteer coordination related to gala events, ensuring seamless execution and a positive experience for participants.
• Work closely with event committees to engage donors through meaningful experiences and initiatives.
• Manage a portfolio of mid-level donors, fostering relationships, stewarding gifts, and encouraging increased giving levels.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in event planning, fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit marketing.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field required.
• Strong relationship-building skills with donors, volunteers, and corporate partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available to work occasional nights and weekends.
• Ability to embrace and affirm the mission of the Presbyterian Night Shelter.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively in written and oral form. 
• Available to work occasional nights and weekends.

Rate of Pay

$55,000.00 to $60,000.00 annually