Join a team whose mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-exchange boxes. A team that believes all people are empowered when the opportunity to discover a personally relevant book to read is not limited by time, space, or privilege.

The Individual Giving Coordinator plays a key role in strengthening Little Free Library’s base of individual donor support. This position is responsible for planning and executing all aspects of individual/annual giving, including multi-channel appeals (direct mail and email), giving days, special campaigns, and donor stewardship activities. The Individual Giving Coordinator also cultivates ongoing donor relationships and provides some administrative support for Team LFL, LFL’s community engagement program.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and project manager who is passionate about inspiring people to give, engaging donors meaningfully, and ensuring a positive donor experience at every touchpoint.

Key Responsibilities:

Annual Giving and Appeals

● Plan, write, and execute annual giving campaigns, including direct mail and email appeals.

● Collaborate with communications staff to ensure donor messaging is consistent, compelling, and mission-driven.

● Analyze results of appeals and campaigns to improve future performance.

Giving Days and Special Campaigns

● Coordinate participation in giving days (e.g., LFL Week, GivingTuesday) and other special fundraising events.

● Develop tailored mini-campaigns or urgent appeals to engage donors throughout the year.

Donor Stewardship and Cultivation

● Implement a year-round stewardship plan to thank, recognize, and engage donors.

● Coordinate donor acknowledgments, annual recognition report, impact updates, and personalized outreach.

● Support donor cultivation activities, including small events, donor calls, and prospect research.

Team LFL Administration

● Provide some administrative and logistical support for Team LFL, LFL’s community engagement program.

● Develop a plan to cultivate, solicit, and steward Team LFL volunteers for monetary donations.

Strategy and Collaboration

● Work closely with the Senior Director of Advancement to set goals for individual giving revenue and donor engagement.

● Partner with colleagues across communications and programs to ensure donor stories and impact are shared effectively.

● Maintain accurate donor records in the organization’s CRM/database.

Skills and Characteristics to be Successful in this Position :

● Experience planning and running direct mail and email appeals, giving days, and donor campaigns.

● Ability to craft compelling, donor-centered messages that inspire action.

● Skilled at balancing multiple campaigns, deadlines, and deliverables at once.

● Knowledge of stewardship best practices, with a focus on building strong donor relationships.

● Comfortable using donor databases and campaign metrics to track progress and improve results.

● Able to work effectively across internal teams to execute campaigns and events.

● Experience coordinating small donor events or engagement opportunities.

● Always considers the donor experience and looks for ways to connect donors meaningfully with the mission.

● Brings fresh ideas for campaigns, appeals, and stewardship strategies.

● Produces polished, accurate communications and ensures no donor is overlooked.

● Builds authentic relationships with donors, colleagues, and stakeholders.

● Comfortable pivoting strategies to respond to donor needs or organizational priorities.

● Brings energy, optimism, and persistence to the challenges of nonprofit fundraising.

● A strong passion for LFL’s mission and work

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree preferred but experience in sales, marketing, communications, or a related field is valued.

● 2+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a focus on annual giving or individual donor programs.

● Proven success planning and executing direct mail, email, or multi-channel fundraising campaigns.

● Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to inspire action through storytelling.

● Experience with donor stewardship and cultivation strategies.

● Highly organized with strong project management skills.

● Proficiency with donor databases, email platforms, and fundraising tools.

Additional Details:

● 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, typically 8:30am-4:30pm (CT) with the possibility of some evening and/or weekend hours.

● Occasional travel for organization events/activities may be necessary.

● Valid driver’s license and access to own vehicle for local travel required.

● Physical requirements are those of a typical office setting.

● This is currently a hybrid position with the in-person days at LFL’s St. Paul, MN office. This position will work three days a week at the LFL office and two days a week at home (this is subject to change).

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $50,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work–life balance of our team. Our benefits include:

• Medical and dental insurance for you and your family.
• Company-paid life and disability coverage.
• Retirement plan with employer match to support long-term financial security.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Community service leave to encourage and support volunteer engagement.
• Annual staff development stipend to foster professional learning and growth.

We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive both personally and professionally.

EEO & Commitment to Diversity: Little Free Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe that a wide range of perspectives strengthens our work and enhances our ability to serve our mission. Candidates who can contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.