Manager of Community Relations & Fundraising
About The Position
Manager of Community Relations & Fundraising Meals on Wheels Program | Massillon, OH (Hybrid Eligible) Full-time, exempt Make a meaningful impact in your community. We are seeking a relationship-driven fundraising professional to lead community based revenue and partnership efforts for our Meals on Wheels program. This is not a traditional sales role, this position is focused on building authentic relationships, stewarding donors, and growing sustainable community support to serve older adults in our region. If you have experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or community engagement and are passionate about mission-driven work, we encourage you to apply. Position Overview The Manager of Community Relations & Fundraising is responsible for leading fundraising efforts, strengthening donor relationships, and building community partnerships that support the growth and sustainability of the Meals on Wheels program. Reporting to the Director of Meals on Wheels, this role operates with a high level of autonomy and plays a key role in shaping how the program connects with donors, volunteers, and the broader community. This position supervises the Grants Specialist and collaborates closely with marketing partners to communicate impact and tell meaningful stories.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, public relations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3–5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or community engagement
- Demonstrated success in building relationships with donors, sponsors, or community partners
- Experience with fundraising campaigns, events, or donor stewardship strategies
- Strong communication and storytelling skills
- Familiarity with CRM or donor database systems
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with volunteers or community-based programs preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement annual fundraising plans aligned with program goals
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, corporate partners, and sponsors
- Lead community based fundraising initiatives and campaigns
- Build long-term donor relationships through thoughtful engagement and communication
- Track fundraising progress and provide insight into donor trends and opportunities
- Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and community groups
- Identify opportunities for sponsorships, in-kind support, and collaborativeinitiatives
- Represent Meals on Wheels at community events and networking opportunities
- Increase program visibility through meaningful, mission-aligned connections
- Support strategies to recruit and retain volunteers
- Collaborate with internal teams to align volunteer efforts with operational needs
- Foster community connections that translate into volunteer involvement
- Supervise and support the Grants Specialist
- Ensure alignment between grant funding, fundraising strategy, and program goals
- Collaborate with marketing partners to share stories, impact data, and program outcomes
Benefits
- Salary: $65,000 annually
- 21 PTO days + 13 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance
- 403(b) with 3% company match after one year
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- HSA contributions (if enrolled in medical plan)
- Wellness incentive program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
