Events & Corporate Partnerships Manager (Must live in Central Florida)

Event & Corporate Partnership Manager (Must live in Central Florida) About Camaraderie Foundation Camaraderie Foundation is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to providing healing for the invisible wounds of war. Our mission is to provide confidential counseling, emotional wellness services, and community support to veterans, active-duty service members, and their families living with PTSD and other mental health challenges. Because our services are provided at no cost to those who served our nation, philanthropy and community partnerships are essential to sustaining our work. We are seeking an organized, entrepreneurial professional to lead signature fundraising events, corporate sponsorships, and community engagement initiatives that directly support the mental health of military families. Every event we host ultimately supports life-saving mental health services for veterans and their families. Position Summary The Events & Corporate Partnerships Manager leads the planning, fundraising strategy, and execution of Camaraderie Foundation’s major events and community engagement initiatives. This role functions as both a fundraising strategist and event producer, responsible for generating revenue through corporate sponsorships, partnerships, auctions, and donor engagement while managing all logistical aspects of event execution. The position oversees the organization’s signature fundraising events, develops third-party fundraising opportunities, and coordinates community-building activities for veteran families. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing events from concept through completion—including sponsorship sales, venue management, vendor coordination, run-of-show development, and on-site execution.

Key Responsibilities

Event Strategy & Revenue Growth

• Develop and implement an annual fundraising events strategy aligned with the organization’s development goals
• Establish event revenue goals and identify opportunities to increase sponsorship and fundraising revenue year-over-year
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and community partners
• Track event performance including revenue, sponsorship growth, donor participation, and return on investment
• Prepare post-event reports and recommendations to improve fundraising outcomes and strengthen donor engagement

Signature Fundraising Events Lead all aspects of Camaraderie Foundation’s major fundraising events, including:

• Annual Camaraderie Foundation Gala
• PTSD Awareness Fundraising Breakfast
• Golf Tournament
• 5K Run/Walk

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and selling corporate sponsorship packages
• Securing auction items and in-kind donations
• Managing event budgets and financial tracking
• Identifying and securing venues
• Negotiating vendor contracts
• Coordinating catering, entertainment, production, décor, and program elements
• Managing invitations, ticket sales, RSVPs, and guest lists
• Developing event themes, scripts, and run-of-show
• Coordinating speakers, honorees, and awards
• Managing silent and live auctions
• Leading volunteers and event committees
• Overseeing on-site registration and guest experience
• Supervising event setup, execution, and breakdown

Sponsorship Development & Corporate Partnerships Drive corporate fundraising through sponsorships and strategic partnerships. Responsibilities include

• Identifying, cultivating, and soliciting corporate sponsors and community partners
• Developing customized sponsorship proposals and partnership opportunities
• Managing sponsor relationships, benefits fulfillment, and stewardship
• Securing in-kind donations for fundraising events and community activities
• Building long-term partnerships aligned with the organization’s mission

Third-Party Fundraising Events Expand community engagement through third-party fundraising opportunities. Responsibilities include

• Identifying organizations interested in hosting events benefiting Camaraderie Foundation
• Supporting businesses, civic groups, and community organizations that wish to fundraise on behalf of the Foundation
• Ensuring alignment with organizational branding, messaging, and fundraising goals

Veteran Family Community Events Coordinate Family Fun Days and community-building activities for veteran families as part of the Foundation’s Pay It Forward initiative. These events provide opportunities for veterans and their families to connect while streng