Manager, Strategic Fundraising Initiatives
On-siteAtlanta, Georgia, United States
Atlanta, Georgia, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeEnterprise
Job Summary
Lead and grow fundraising programs across the Atlanta Braves Foundation and Henry Louis Aaron Fund, with primary focus on expanding the 50/50 Raffle and other fan-facing fundraising initiatives. Develop, execute, and evolve fundraising campaigns and experiences to drive over $4M in annual revenue, while partnering with cross-functional teams and external partners to optimize donor engagement, events, and campaigns (e.g., Braves Foundation Gala, Hank Aaron Week, Rally Day, Giving Tuesday, auctions). Oversee staffing, operations, compliance, and performance of fundraising staff and activities, including Grand Slam Sellers, and manage budgets, dashboards, and donor stewardship programs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; focus in business, nonprofit management, marketing, communications, sports management, or related field preferred
- 5-8+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, partnerships, event operations, fan engagement, nonprofit development, sports business, or related field
- Demonstrated experience leading revenue-generating programs, campaigns, events, or fan engagement initiatives
- Experience leading part-time, seasonal, or event-based staff preferred
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects from concept through execution
- Passion for community impact, fan engagement, and the Atlanta Braves organization