Event Planner

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is a prominent nonprofit organization committed to empowering youth and helping them achieve their fullest potential. Serving communities across the Tennessee Valley, the organization is dedicated to providing a safe, encouraging environment where young people can thrive and grow. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley has a strong reputation for positively impacting the lives of children by fostering a sense of belonging, achievement, and purpose. Through community engagement, educational programs, and leadership development, the organization ignites greatness in every child it serves. The success of the Boys & Girls Clubs relies on its passionate employees who embody the organization's core values such as meeting the needs of kids, connecting with the community, recognizing potential in others, expecting excellence, investing in people, and changing lives with measurable results.

The role of Event Planner at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is a dynamic position critical to the organization’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts. This full-time role involves managing the planning and execution of special fundraising events, including galas, donor receptions, and community outreach activities that support the mission financially and raise awareness in the community. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Institutional Philanthropy, the Event Planner serves as an essential member of the Resource Development team, tasked with cultivating donor relationships and expanding philanthropic investments. Key responsibilities encompass budgeting, coordinating logistics such as venue, catering, entertainment, and audiovisual needs, and developing marketing strategies to maximize attendance and fundraising outcomes. Integral to the position is providing extraordinary customer service to donors and sponsors by managing personalized stewardship plans that acknowledge their contributions. The Event Planner also tracks event metrics to evaluate success, collaborates with internal teams and external vendors, and represents the organization at community and networking events. This role demands a motivated, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting youth through fundraising excellence. Recognized skills include project management, decision-making, strong communication, and adeptness with CRM systems and Microsoft Office. The position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young lives while contributing to the financial sustainability and community presence of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley.