INTERNSHIP Opening - Event Fundraising

Job Description:          
Obtain work experience with a non-profit organization by helping plan the annual gala on February 8, 2025 – a 700-person event. Gain working knowledge of the creation of a large-scale auction with multiple sections and a variety of values, while using specialized resources: BidPal (part of the OneCause Fundraising platform), Salesforce database, and Canva. This position is unpaid.
 
Time Commitment:       
Weekly commitment – minimum of 8 hours per week
Flexible: November-February
 
Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Fundraising Associate and Auction Solicitation Committee on ideas for new and exciting auction items 
• Conduct research on new potential individual and corporate donors as well as outreach to local organizations for donations
• Solicit for auction and gift bag items from new and sustaining donors
• Help track incoming donations and thank donors
• Database Management: Data entry of auction items and donor maintenance in Salesforce
• Monitor inventory and seek donations to create a well-rounded selection
• Must be available to work all day of Winter Gala on February 8, 2025

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Critical-thinking and creativity
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to accept a variety of tasks

• Networking
• Organization
• Multi-tasking
• Direct experience in BidPal, Canva, Salesforce and Microsoft Office Applications
• Event planning
• Professional business etiquette