Annual Giving & Events Coordinator

Vivie Career•Alexandria, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Annual Giving & Events Coordinator, you play a key role in growing Vivie Foundation’s annual giving program and signature fundraising events while strengthening donor engagement and stewardship. This role collaborates closely with the Executive Director of Foundation, Major Gift Officer, and Marketing & Communications to build sustainable philanthropic support and deepen relationships with donors who share our commitment to improving lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, marketing, communications, or a related field.
2–4 years of experience in fundraising, annual giving, donor relations, events, or nonprofit development (healthcare or aging services experience preferred).
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with comfort engaging donors by phone, email, and in person.
Experience working with donor databases or CRM systems and digital fundraising tools preferred.
A passion for mission-driven work and building authentic relationships that support philanthropy and community impact.
Ability to pass state mandated background checks.
Physical capability to perform all essential job functions.
Ability to read, write, and speak English to ensure effective communication with team members, residents, and community partners.

Nice To Haves

healthcare or aging services experience preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate and grow the Vivie Foundation’s annual giving initiatives, including direct mail and digital appeals, with a focus on increasing participation, donor engagement, and philanthropic support.
Plan and execute Vivie Foundation’s signature fundraising events, including the 5K/10K Walk & Run, Golf Classic, and Hospice Memorial Dove Releases, ensuring high-quality experiences that engage donors and strengthen community connections.
Secure event sponsorships, registrations, and in-kind donations while stewarding sponsors and participants to build long-term philanthropic relationships.
Lead Vivie’s team member giving campaign in partnership with internal leaders, helping foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization and increasing participation year over year.
Support donor cultivation through thank-you outreach, stewardship activities, and engagement tracking to help identify donors with the capacity and interest to advance to major or legacy giving opportunities.
Other Duties as Assigned