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The ideal candidate will be an organized, adaptable, intuitive and energetic team member who can seamlessly balance administrative responsibilities with active engagement in our program environments.\n\n*Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities)*\n\n*Development & Fundraising Support*\n\n* Manage donor database (Bloomerang) upkeep, including data accuracy and timely gift entry\n* Administer the gift acknowledgment process, including writing and sending thank-you letters and receipts.\n* Develop, lead and execute a comprehensive corporate sponsorship strategy plan.\n* Contribute to grant application process, including initial drafting and collaborative refinement\n* Process donations and checks, ensuring all documentation is filed in accordance with organizational policies.\n* Assist with communications, including: creating and writing fundraising appeals, newsletters, emails, social media and website content.\n* Support comprehensive event logistics, including corporate sponsorships, ticket sales, attendee registration, and the coordination of vendors, volunteers, and auction/raffle items.\n* Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective corporate partners to ensure long-term retention and engagement.\n* Proactively maintain and expand a prospect list of businesses and community sponsors.\n* Create and manage an outreach calendar to ensure timely and professional engagement with all potential sponsors.\n* Work with the Marketing department to draft, design, and present compelling sponsorship materials tailored to specific organizational needs.\n* Generate reports and track campaign progress, donor trends, and board updates.\n\n*Program Support & Operations*\n\n* Assist in planning, developing, and implementing Spring Forward after-school, intersession, and summer programs.\n* Work on-site at programs as requested, providing active support to staff, engaging with participants, and assisting with program activities.\n* Coordinate supplies, resources, and materials needed for successful program execution.\n* Maintain accurate participant registrations, attendance records and other documentation needed for grant reporting\n* Support the development and identification of new program initiatives.\n\n*General Professional Responsibilities*\n\n* Communicate positively, respectfully, and effectively at all times.\n* Ability to contribute to and guide own duties in a workplan, meeting all stated deadlines.\n* Participate in all required staff meetings and training opportunities.\n* Follow and uphold all protocols as described in the Spring Forward Employee Handbook.\n* Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization’s mission.\n\n*Skills/Knowledge Required*\n\n* Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.\n* Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, AI, Canva, and Squarespace.\n* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n* Experience with fundraising CRMs (Bloomerang) or willingness to 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