Overview
Events Manager Jobs in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA at Humane Society of Boulder Valley
Full-time position in the Philanthropy Department.Responsible for planning and implementing HSPPR’s signature fundraising events and donor stewardship events for both the Colorado Springs and Pueblo campuses. Manages the Events Specialist position and works collaboratively with all members of the Philanthropy department, as well as members of all HSPPR departments.
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Oversees the planning, logistics, and implementation of HSPPR’s signature fundraising events, including:
Fur Ball (gala with 500+ guests raising $700K+), Pawtoberfest Dog Walk & Beer Fest (2,000+ attendees, raising $210K+), and Whisker Ball Brunch (gala for Pueblo supporters with 200+ guests raising $125K+).
Create donor-centric event experiences with a strong focus on hospitality and gratitude while upholding the highest standards of customer service, excellence, and stewardship.
Coordinates the planning and execution of donor stewardship events (1-2 events per quarter) for both Colorado Springs and Pueblo campuses in conjunction with Major Gifts team.
Manage promotional events, including “Happy Tails Happy Hour” events and community/third party/DIY/partnership events that support HSPPR’s fundraising or promote HSPPR signature events with Events Specialist and Corporate Giving Specialist.
Responsible for overall eventbudget managementand stewardship: event revenue, expenses and obtaining net goal. Creates and maintains budgets for each event.
Manage relationships with external vendors to coordinate event logistics, negotiate contracts, secure liquor licenses, and ensure compliance with local ordinances.
Collaborates with the Major Gifts team (Director of Development, Donor Officers, and VP of Philanthropy) to analyze donor motivations, trends, and preferences, ensuring events are strategically designed and evolve to deepen engagement and maximize philanthropic impact.
Works closely with Marketing & Communications team to establish deadlines for the creation and design of all event collateral (invitations, emails, programs, flyers, posters, t-shirts, signage, appeal video, scripts, etc.) and provides written content for event-related promotional emails and updates for event website and ticketing platforms.
Collaborates with the Communications team to develop strategy for marketing plans for each event and to ensure the consistentpromotionof events.
Collaborates with Corporate Giving position to develop sponsorship goals and giving levels for all HSPPR signature events. Assists with cultivation, stewardship and retention of event sponsors and major donors, business partners and vendors. Gather input and perspectives to fulfill sponsor benefits and maximize sponsorship value.
Collaborate with the Volunteer Services department to recruit, train, manage, and recognize event volunteers. Ensure events are properly staffed, appoint lead volunteers/staff, and provide necessary training. Cultivate and appreciate additional volunteers essential to event success.
Solicits in-kind donations in support of events, including overseeing the procurement of auction items for the Fur Ball and Whisker Ball Brunch silent and live auctions.
Handles follow-up activities relating to events and promotions; provides post-event evaluations and reporting. Coordinates donor, volunteer, committee correspondences, thank you notes, and tax acknowledgements.
Maintain the integrity of donor data by tracking and reporting ticket sales, auction payments, and g…
Title: Events Manager
Company: Humane Society of Boulder Valley
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact, Creative Arts/Media
