Community Fundraising Manager

Conservation Colorado•Denver, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Conservation Colorado is seeking a Community Fundraising Manager to develop and manage a comprehensive fundraising plan to broaden and deepen support of our small donor program using a community-centric fundraising approach that centers equity & inclusion and fundraising best practices. About Conservation Colorado As the largest statewide environmental organization in Colorado, our mission is simple: we work to protect our state’s climate, air, land, water, and communities. We play a unique role in Colorado as our work focuses on organizing communities, influencing decision-makers, and electing conservation-minded leaders. We work for a Colorado where every community can breathe clean air, drink clean water, protect the landscapes we share and secure our climate future. And, where communities once burdened by environmental injustices lead the way forward.

Requirements

Proven experience managing and growing a portfolio of small-dollar and monthly donors, applying equitable, community‑centric fundraising practices that honor diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and ensure every supporter feels valued and included.
Ability to independently plan, execute, and oversee complex fundraising events—from budget development and reconciliation to vendor coordination, logistics oversight, and cross‑team sponsorship fulfillment.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to work fluidly across departments, manage up and across teams, and drive multi‑channel donor engagement strategies that require tight coordination and clear communication.
Experience partnering with community-based committees and stakeholders to design, promote, and execute fundraising events that authentically reflect community priorities, elevate local voices, and strengthen grassroots participation.
Understanding of community-centric fundraising and belief in equitable fundraising best practices.
Emotional intelligence, flexibility, and tenacity to work well with our team.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced & collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Spanish/English bilingual

Responsibilities

Manage and grow relationships with donors giving under $1,000 annually.
Set and achieve revenue goals by designing intentional cultivation plans, managing donor touchpoints, and maintaining accurate tracking in Salesforce.
Build authentic, personal relationships through calls, meetings, and ongoing correspondence.
Monitor donor performance and implement strategies to strengthen retention and increase annual giving.
Retain and upgrade existing monthly donors while acquiring new recurring supporters.
Lead engagement strategies for new organizational members and action‑takers, guiding them along a clear journey toward first‑time and recurring giving.
Develop and execute conversion strategies that turn one‑time online donors into loyal monthly contributors.
Provide excellent stewardship to ensure monthly donors feel valued, connected, and informed.
Serve as the project lead for major fundraising events—including Rebel with a Cause and Rebel Run—overseeing planning, execution, timelines, logistics, and cross‑departmental coordination.
Manage all administrative and financial processes related to event execution, including budgeting, revenue and expense tracking, vendor payments, and reconciliation.
Partner closely with the Special Gifts Manager on corporate sponsorships: while they lead strategy and outreach, you will collaborate on sponsorship fulfillment and ensure seamless donor and sponsor integration throughout events.
Participate at some level in organizational priorities including helping in certain fundraising efforts, taking part in election-related activities, and committing to organizational efforts around equity & inclusivity.