Job Description: Obtain work experience with a non-profit organization by helping research, solicit, and obtain items for the annual Gala’s silent and live auctions - February 27, 2027 – a 700-person event. Gain working knowledge of the creation of a large-scale auction with multiple sections and a variety of values, while using specialized resources: OneCause, Salesforce database, and Canva.
This position is unpaid.
Time Commitment: Weekly commitment – minimum of 8 hours per week
Flexible with any school requirements
Flexible: November-February
Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with Director of Development and Auction Solicitation Committee on ideas for new and exciting auction items
• Solicit for auction and gift bag items from new and sustaining donors by email/phone/in-person
• Conduct research on new potential individual and corporate donors as well as outreach to local organizations for donations collecting contact information
• Monitor inventory and seek donations to create well-rounded baskets and selection
• Help track incoming donations and thank donors
• Database Management: Data entry of auction items and donor maintenance in Salesforce
• Must be available to work all day of Winter Gala on February 27, 2027
Qualifications:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Critical-thinking and creativity
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to accept a variety of tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Skills Learned:
• Learn critical B2B & direct sales strategies and skills
• Learn how to create strategic lead sourcing through donor research
• Direct experience in OneCause fundraising software, Salesforce CRM, Canva, and Microsoft Office Applications
• Event planning
• Multi-tasking
• Professional business etiquette
If interested, please send resume and cover letter to: ashlee@wishesandmore.org
