Donor & Events Manager

Red Oak Behavioral Health•Akron, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Red Oak Behavioral Health is seeking a relationship-focused donor relations and event manager to grow philanthropic support for its mission. The role combines donor relationship management, individual and corporate fundraising, event planning, community engagement, and volunteer involvement in support of behavioral health services for students. The manager will collaborate with the Grants and Communication Manager and other teams to expand fundraising, strengthen community partnerships, and build a sustainable fund development program. The position manages donor relationships and corporate partnerships, plans and evaluates fundraising and donor engagement events, represents Red Oak in the community, and works with leadership and staff to carry out an annual fund development plan. The role also maintains donor records, tracks fundraising progress, and handles donor information discreetly while upholding ethical fundraising practices. This is a full-time, 40-hours-per-week, in-person position in Akron, Ohio. Starting salary is $50,000.

Requirements

3–5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, corporate partnerships, or a related relationship-focused role.
Demonstrated success cultivating donor relationships, personally soliciting gifts, and securing financial support.
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to represent Red Oak at community events, engage corporate partners, and present to large groups.
Experience planning and executing events, including coordinating speakers, volunteers, vendors, food, permits, and other logistics.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling messages that communicate mission and impact.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively across teams.
Familiarity with donor databases and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Commitment to Red Oak’s mission and interest in advancing access to behavioral health services.
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors, creating personalized plans to cultivate relationships, solicit gifts, and sustain support.
Connect donor interests with opportunities to support Red Oak’s programs and priorities, and work with Marketing on cases for support and digital campaigns.
Cultivate corporate donors, develop sponsorship proposals, and grow corporate support through financial contributions, in-kind gifts, employee engagement, and matching gifts.
Provide timely gift acknowledgments, follow up with donors, and share updates on the impact of gifts.
Maintain donor records and track outreach, commitments, and fundraising progress.
Plan and manage fundraising and donor engagement events, including timelines, budgets, vendors, volunteers, and logistics.
Secure event sponsors and coordinate sponsor recognition and benefits.
Collaborate with staff and community partners to create engaging events that reflect Red Oak’s mission.
Evaluate event revenue, expenses, attendance, and opportunities for improvement.
Build relationships with community leaders, civic groups, businesses, and other prospects.
Represent Red Oak at community events and networking opportunities.
Create opportunities for individuals and organizations to engage with Red Oak through volunteering, giving, and partnerships.
Share compelling stories demonstrating the impact of Red Oak’s work.
Partner with leadership to develop and carry out an annual fund development plan.
Track progress toward fundraising goals and recommend strategies to strengthen results.
Coordinate with marketing and program staff on fundraising materials and donor communications.
Handle donor information with discretion and uphold ethical fundraising practices.