Community Fundraising Events Manager
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, New York, NY, United States
Job Title:
Community Fundraising Events Manager
Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Community Fundraising Events Manager position. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Community Fundraising Events, this position supports participant stewardship and logistical components of a portfolio of in-person run, walk and cycling events around the country and the Foundation’s virtual offerings. This role works closely with both internal and external stakeholders to plan elements of a successful run, walk or cycling event.
This is a hybrid-flex position that will require in-person attendance at the Foundation’s office in New York City.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with the Community Fundraising Events (CFE) team to support a national portfolio of run, walk, and cycling events, contributing to all phases of event execution from campaign creation through post-event follow-up
Provide personalized support and stewardship to CFE participants and their donors to strengthen engagement and enhance the overall fundraising experience
Lead participant stewardship and multi-channel communication strategy, including managing email campaigns through the fundraising platform, coordinating personalized outreach (i.e., handwritten notes, Gratavid, and other tools), and partnering with the social media team on Facebook groups and other community engagement features
Support CFE program email inboxes and respond to inquiries from community members and participants, including monitoring and supporting the Unity Walk phone line
Develop fundraising and event resources for CFE programs, including toolkits, trend reports, one-pagers, and Bonfire t-shirt fundraising sites
Assist with the creation, launch, and ongoing management of event websites to support event promotion and participant engagement
Support the fundraising incentive program and contribute ideas and strategies to enhance the overall participant experience
Support on-site event execution, assisting with day‑of logistics and troubleshooting operational challenges as they arise
Manage the ordering, shipping, and tracking of event materials in partnership with the CFE Coordinator to ensure timely delivery to event weekends
Provide general project and administrative support to the Community Fundraising Events team on additional initiatives and projects as needed
Qualifications and Skills:
Knowledge of project management, event planning, peer‑to‑peer fundraising, and/or community engagement
Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent decision‑making, problem‑solving, and judgment skills; creative, outside‑the‑box thinking
Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to make informed decisions based on data and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage participants, donors, and team members across multiple channels
Proactive, action‑oriented, and able to prioritize tasks effectively while managing time efficiently
Experience with our peer‑to‑peer fundraising platform Classy, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and project management tools such as Salesforce or Asana preferred
Experience with event execution, on‑site logistics, and coordination of materials
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability and willingness to travel and work weekend events, as well as events outside of traditional working hours (approximately 20% of the year)
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Ability to lift and move event materials up to 50lbs
Salary and Benefits: The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
Competitive dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Employer paid life and disability insurance
18 Vacation Days; 12 Well‑Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.
Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.
About Us: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, the Foundation has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.
Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.
Research has shown that people from marginalized communities apply to roles only when they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, and you are someone who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we strongly encourage you to apply.
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Community Fundraising Events Manager
Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Community Fundraising Events Manager position. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Community Fundraising Events, this position supports participant stewardship and logistical components of a portfolio of in-person run, walk and cycling events around the country and the Foundation’s virtual offerings. This role works closely with both internal and external stakeholders to plan elements of a successful run, walk or cycling event.
This is a hybrid-flex position that will require in-person attendance at the Foundation’s office in New York City.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with the Community Fundraising Events (CFE) team to support a national portfolio of run, walk, and cycling events, contributing to all phases of event execution from campaign creation through post-event follow-up
Provide personalized support and stewardship to CFE participants and their donors to strengthen engagement and enhance the overall fundraising experience
Lead participant stewardship and multi-channel communication strategy, including managing email campaigns through the fundraising platform, coordinating personalized outreach (i.e., handwritten notes, Gratavid, and other tools), and partnering with the social media team on Facebook groups and other community engagement features
Support CFE program email inboxes and respond to inquiries from community members and participants, including monitoring and supporting the Unity Walk phone line
Develop fundraising and event resources for CFE programs, including toolkits, trend reports, one-pagers, and Bonfire t-shirt fundraising sites
Assist with the creation, launch, and ongoing management of event websites to support event promotion and participant engagement
Support the fundraising incentive program and contribute ideas and strategies to enhance the overall participant experience
Support on-site event execution, assisting with day‑of logistics and troubleshooting operational challenges as they arise
Manage the ordering, shipping, and tracking of event materials in partnership with the CFE Coordinator to ensure timely delivery to event weekends
Provide general project and administrative support to the Community Fundraising Events team on additional initiatives and projects as needed
Qualifications and Skills:
Knowledge of project management, event planning, peer‑to‑peer fundraising, and/or community engagement
Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent decision‑making, problem‑solving, and judgment skills; creative, outside‑the‑box thinking
Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to make informed decisions based on data and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage participants, donors, and team members across multiple channels
Proactive, action‑oriented, and able to prioritize tasks effectively while managing time efficiently
Experience with our peer‑to‑peer fundraising platform Classy, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and project management tools such as Salesforce or Asana preferred
Experience with event execution, on‑site logistics, and coordination of materials
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability and willingness to travel and work weekend events, as well as events outside of traditional working hours (approximately 20% of the year)
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Ability to lift and move event materials up to 50lbs
Salary and Benefits: The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
Competitive dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Employer paid life and disability insurance
18 Vacation Days; 12 Well‑Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.
Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.
About Us: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, the Foundation has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.
Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.
Research has shown that people from marginalized communities apply to roles only when they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, and you are someone who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we strongly encourage you to apply.
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