Community Relations & Event Leadership
- Plan and execute AACR Foundation special events in alignment with organizational mission, brand, and fundraising goals.
- Develop engagement strategies to increase participation, donor relationships, and revenue across signature events, including the Runners for Research 5K Run/Walk, Partners in Progress Reception, and Party with a Purpose Gala.
- Identify opportunities to expand community partnerships, volunteers, committees, and sponsorships.
Fundraising, Sponsorship & Partnerships
- Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, sponsors, community partners, volunteers, and peer fundraisers.
- Recruit sponsors, participants, and committee members to support fundraising initiatives.
- Support sponsorship strategies and revenue goals for community events.
- Manage external-facing initiatives, including the Combined Federal Campaign application process.
Donor & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as a relationship manager and ambassador for community partners, volunteers, and event stakeholders.
- Provide guidance and support to fundraisers and volunteers to achieve engagement and fundraising goals.
- Represent AACR Foundation at community events and promote its mission and programs.
Event Strategy & Execution
- Oversee end-to-end event planning and execution, including logistics, vendors, attendee experience, and post-event evaluation.
- Partner with Marketing & Creative Services on promotional campaigns, event branding, and fundraising materials.
- Lead guest communications, including invitations, RSVP management, audience segmentation, and messaging.
- Ensure a high-quality, seamless participant experience.
Marketing & Communications
- Develop donor communications, sponsorship materials, presentations, and stewardship messaging.
- Partner with Marketing & Creative Services on event and fundraising campaigns.
- Ensure fundraising narratives are consistent with AACR Foundation priorities.
Data & Performance Management
- Analyze participation, engagement, and fundraising data to inform strategy and improve outcomes.
- Prepare post-event reports for leadership.
- Maintain accurate supporter data and engagement records in NPC.
Operational Oversight
- Oversee administrative event functions, including materials, logistics, mailing/shipping, and supplies.
- Ensure accurate donor records, acknowledgments, and benefit fulfillment.
- Review and approve documentation and tracking prepared by support staff.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with Finance, Marketing, IT, and Development to align fundraising, communications, and operations.
- Streamline processes, strengthen donor experiences, and improve organizational efficiency.
