Overview We are seeking a driven, relationship-focused Fundraising Coordinator to grow the revenue of a Christian ministry based in the Phoenix area. This role requires a confident, self-directed individual capable of securing corporate sponsorships, cultivating major donors, coordinating fundraising events, and managing a consistent development pipeline. The primary focus is corporate sponsorship, and success in this position is measured directly in dollars raised and relationships built and retained. This is a mission-driven organization and the work is rooted in our faith. The ideal candidate is comfortable making the direct ask, disciplined about follow-up, organized in tracking a pipeline, and personally aligned with the mission and values of the ministry. Experience within the Christian nonprofit and ministry sector is a meaningful advantage, as is familiarity with the Christian music industry — including the Christian hip-hop and rap community, its artists, labels, tours, festivals, and the sponsors and partners active in that market. Existing relationships in those circles will accelerate results, though they are a plus rather than a hard requirement. Responsibilities Identify, research, and build a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and business partners across the Phoenix market Develop and present sponsorship packages, proposals, and tiered giving opportunities tailored to each prospect Conduct outreach, meetings, and presentations to secure new sponsorship commitments and in-kind donations Manage sponsor fulfillment, ensuring every promised benefit (logo placement, recognition, reporting) is delivered on time Renew and grow existing sponsor relationships year over year through consistent stewardship and impact reporting Build and manage a portfolio of individual major donors and prospects Move donors through the full cultivation cycle: identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship Conduct personal solicitations and make direct asks for major gifts Maintain accurate donor records, contact history, and pipeline status. Ensure timely acknowledgment, tax receipting, and thank-you communication for every gift Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising events, benefit concerts, banquets, and donor appreciation gatherings from concept through follow-up Manage event budgets, vendor relationships, venues, and timelines Secure event sponsorships, ticket and table sales, and in-kind donations Coordinate volunteers, event staff, and day-of logistics Maintain a written fundraising plan and calendar aligned to the annual revenue goal Provide regular pipeline and revenue reporting to leadership on an agreed cadence Represent the ministry at community events, networking functions, and partner meetings Support marketing and communications efforts related to fundraising campaigns and appeals Ensure all fundraising activity complies with applicable federal and Arizona charitable solicitation requirements Maintain strict confidentiality regarding donor information, giving history, and organizational matters Schedule & Availability Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Must be flexible and available for evenings and weekends around fundraising events, donor meetings, and campaign deadlines Local travel within the Phoenix metropolitan area for donor and sponsor meetings is expected Occasional out-of-area travel may be required Compensation & Benefits $45,000 - $50,000 base salary, depending on experience, paid bi-weekly 10% commission on qualified funds raised against an annual goal set in writing by leadership On-Target Earnings of $100,000 annually upon full attainment of the assigned goal Full-time Formal performance reviews at ninety (90) days and six (6) months Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day Paid sick leave in accordance with Arizona law and organizational policy Accrued PTO after 90 days of employment Health insurance and retirement plans are not currently offered with this position Requirements Proven experience in fundraising, development, sponsorship sales, business development, or a comparable revenue-generating role Demonstrated track record of securing sponsorships, closing gifts, or meeting revenue targets Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with public speaking and direct solicitation Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a pipeline, calendar, and multiple concurrent campaigns Proficiency with standard office applications High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all donor and community interactions Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record Must pass a background check, reference verification, drug screening, and financial-integrity screening; signing a confidentiality agreement (NDA) is required Preferred Qualifications Existing relationships within the Christian nonprofit, ministry, or faith-based sector Working knowledge of the Christian music industry, including the Christian hip-hop/rap space Familiarity with the Phoenix-area business and philanthropic community

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Phoenix, AZ 85040