Loveland Center’s Mission : Loveland Center supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their lives to the fullest.
Regional Philanthropy Associate
Reports To : Director of Philanthropy.
Location : Fort Myers / Naples (Collier / Lee County) Region.
Classification : Full-time.
Yearly salary : $45,760.00.
The Regional Philanthropy Associate plays a critical role in advancing Loveland Center’s mission by increasing visibility, stewarding relationships, and producing impactful fundraising and outreach events. This position combines donor relations, community outreach, event planning, and marketing into one dynamic role, helping build an inclusive and connected community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I / DD). The Regional Philanthropy Associate is also responsible for the stewardship and cultivation of a portfolio of 100+ donors and volunteers stewarding individuals that donate up to $5,000 annually, ensuring consistent engagement and movement along the donor pipeline.
Key Responsibilities :
Community Engagement & Advocacy :
- Act as an ambassador for Loveland Center by attending civic, chamber, nonprofit, and social events to build awareness and relationships.
- Schedule and deliver presentations to schools, civic groups, faith communities, and local organizations to promote Loveland’s mission.
- Cultivate and steward community stakeholders, sponsors, and donors through regular touchpoints, meetings, and updates.
- Research and build strategic alliances and partnerships to amplify Loveland’s reach and impact.
- Serve as the community liaison for all third-party events.
- Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the job that might include night, weekends and / or holidays.
Event Planning & Execution :
Plan, organize, and execute 1-2 major events (ex. Golf Tournament, BBQ, 5K) and additional minor events (donor / volunteer appreciation, open houses, program parties, third party events).Oversee event logistics including budget tracking, contracts, sponsorships, in-kind donations, registration, auction items, vendors, and volunteersLead on-site event management, including setup, coordination, volunteer oversight, and troubleshooting.Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare event reports tracking sponsorships, attendance, revenue, expenses, and feedback.Manage volunteer recruitment and communications for events and outreach efforts.Marketing & Communications :
Collaborate with the Philanthropy Team to create engaging marketing collateral for events, donor campaigns, and outreach (flyers, newsletters, press releases).Curate participant stories, event photos, and program highlights for newsletters, social media, blogs, and donor impact reports.Maintain a social media content calendar in coordination with agency-wide branding efforts.Ensure consistency of messaging in all marketing and outreach efforts.Donor & Volunteer Portfolio Stewardship :
Manage a portfolio of 100+ individual donors and volunteers who give $5,000 or below annually.Develop annual engagement plans for portfolio members, including thank-you calls, updates, handwritten notes, and invitations to events.Track all interactions, touchpoints, and gifts in DonorPerfect within one week of engagement.Coordinate with the Philanthropy team to support annual giving campaigns and identify prospects for potential upgrades.Work collaboratively to convert event attendees and volunteers into long-term supporters and annual donors.Collaborate cross-functionally with peers and staff from other departments to work towards achieving agency goalsData, Administration & Reporting :
Track and input constituent data (meetings, gifts, attendance) in DonorPerfect accurately and timely.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications :
Bachelor’s Degree preferred, ideally in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or a related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in nonprofit events, community engagement, development, or a related area.Excellent public speaking, writing, and interpersonal communication skills.Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.Experience with DonorPerfect, Canva, Constant Contact, and social media platforms preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.Able to work independently and with a team.Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends.Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods during events.PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that would normally be met by a Regional Philanthropy Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the Regional Philanthropy Associate is regularly required to talk and hear; frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands; occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; may be required to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that aRegional Philanthropy Associate would encounter while performing the essential functions of their jobs.Primarily, a Regional Philanthropy Associate is subject to both indoor and outdoor conditions and subject to low to moderate noise levels with periodic disruptions in routine.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position.The Regional Philanthropy Associate may be required to follow other instructions, and to perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director of Philanthropy and / or President / CEO.Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract and may be changed as the business needs of Loveland Center, Inc. arise.Employee Signature : ______________________________ Date : __ / __ / __
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