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Leads the Foundation’s business engagement strategy by building strong partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and corporate sponsors to expand financial support, sponsorships, and community collaboration. This role develops a structured business giving program that creates meaningful partnership opportunities while increasing the Foundation’s visibility and long-term sustainability.
Responsibilities
Business Partnership Development
- Identify, recruit, and cultivate new business partners and sponsors to support the Foundation’s mission.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing business supporters through regular communication and stewardship.
- Develop outreach strategies to expand business involvement across the Eastview community.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Foundation and local business leaders.
Tiered Giving & Sponsorship Framework
- Design and manage a tiered business giving model (e.g., Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) that outlines contribution levels and associated benefits.
- Establish clear sponsorship packages for annual giving, scholarships, grants, and Foundation events.
- Define partner benefits at each level, including recognition, branding opportunities, event visibility, and community impact stories.
- Review and refine giving tiers annually to maximize engagement and revenue growth.
Event Sponsorship & Collaboration
- Coordinate business sponsorship opportunities for Foundation events, campaigns, and fundraising initiatives.
- Partner with the Events Chair and Marketing & Communications Chair to ensure sponsor visibility and fulfillment of benefits.
- Identify opportunities for in-kind donations, event underwriting, and collaborative community partnerships.
Tracking & Stewardship
- Maintain records of business contributions, sponsorship history, and partnership commitments.
- Coordinate business recognition efforts through events, social media, and Foundation communications.
- Work with the Finance Chair and Treasurer to track revenue sources and business giving trends.
- Ensure timely follow-up, thank-you communications, and renewal conversations.
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