What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fundraising Coordinator position at Carmel Youth Center?
About Us
The Carmel Youth Center (CYC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe, enriching, and inspiring environment for local youth through educational programs, recreational activities, and community engagement. As we celebrate our 75th Anniversary, we are seeking a passionate and highly organized Fundraising & Volunteer Coordinator to lead event planning, fundraising efforts, and volunteer coordination for three major events:
- CYC’s 75th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser
- Concours d'Elegance
- AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
This part-time position is ideal for a motivated professional with experience in event planning, fundraising, donor relations, and volunteer management, looking for a meaningful opportunity to make an impact in the community.
Position Overview
The Fundraising & Volunteer Coordinator plays a vital role in the success of CYC’s fundraising and community engagement initiatives. This position will focus on planning and executing fundraising events, securing sponsorships and donations, and managing volunteers for major annual events.
We are looking for a self-starter with strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, as well as a commitment to supporting youth programs in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Key Responsibilities:
-75th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser
- Lead planning and execution of CYC’s 75th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser.
- Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, sponsorships, and logistics.
- Collaborate with the CEO, Board of Directors, and event committees to ensure event success.
- Identify and secure corporate sponsorships, in-kind donations, and individual contributions.
- Oversee marketing and promotional efforts, including social media, press releases, and community outreach.
- Manage vendor contracts, venue coordination, entertainment, and event logistics.
-Volunteer Coordination for Concours d’Elegance & AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
- Recruit and manage volunteers for two major fundraising events: Concours d'Elegance & the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
- Develop and maintain a volunteer database and coordinate event scheduling.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for volunteers, ensuring clear communication and role expectations.
- Partner with event organizers, corporate sponsors, and community groups to engage and support volunteers.
- Ensure volunteers have a positive, meaningful experience, recognizing their contributions to CYC’s mission.
-Fundraising & Development
- Develop and execute fundraising strategies to maximize revenue from events and sponsorships.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and local businesses.
- Manage sponsorship packages, and donor appeal letters.
- Track and report fundraising progress to leadership.
Qualifications & Experience
- 2 years of experience in event planning, fundraising, volunteer management, or nonprofit development.
- Proven success in securing sponsorships and donor contributions.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with board members, donors, volunteers, and vendors.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and donor/volunteer management platforms.
- Experience using Funraise (or similar fundraising platforms).
- Passion for youth development and community engagement.
- Experience working with large-scale fundraising events.
- Knowledge of the Monterey Peninsula philanthropic community.
- Familiarity with event production logistics and vendor coordination.
- Part-Time Position: 20-32 hours per week
- Regular Hours: Monday–Friday, 10 AM – 2 PM
- Event Periods: Schedule will vary, including some evenings and weekends.
- No overtime available.
Join us in making a difference through effective fundraising initiatives that support our mission!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 32 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Nights as needed
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23