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Coptic Orphans

Donor Relations Specialist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Donor Relations Specialist Purpose of the Job The Donor Relations Specialist is one of the first and most important points of contact for Coptic Orphans' stakeholders. The incumbent records and ...

Coptic Orphans

Donor Relations Specialist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Donor Relations Specialist Purpose of the Job The Donor Relations Specialist is one of the first and most important points of contact for Coptic Orphans' stakeholders. The incumbent records and ...

House of Ruth

Donor Relations Specialist

Washington, DC

$65K - $75K/yr

Donor Relations Specialist ID: 1056 Location: Washington, DC More about this job > Description Job Title: Donor Relations Specialist FLSA Status : Full-time/Exempt Reports To : Chief Development ...

TrueCare

Donor Relations Manager

San Marcos, CA · On-site

$80K - $121K/yr

The Donor Relations Manager manages initiatives through various marketing and communication strategies and donor database systems. The DRM collaborates closely with other departments, as well as ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for donor relations job in the United States is $59,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Donor Relations Job vs Fundraising Coordinator?

AspectDonor Relations JobFundraising Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in donor engagementBachelor's degree, experience in fundraising activities
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, charitiesNonprofits, community organizations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in nonprofit sector for managing donor relationshipsUsed for planning and executing fundraising campaigns
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles related to donor engagementLooking into roles involved in fundraising efforts

While both roles are vital in nonprofit organizations, a Donor Relations Job primarily focuses on maintaining and strengthening relationships with donors, ensuring ongoing support. A Fundraising Coordinator, on the other hand, is more involved in planning and executing fundraising campaigns to meet financial goals. Both roles often collaborate but serve distinct functions within the nonprofit sector.

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Donor Relations Associate

Donor Relations Associate

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX • On-site

$52K - $61K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Baylor College of Medicine rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 537 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Title: Donor Relations Associate
Division: Institutional Advancement & Alumni Affairs
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $52,109 - $61,304
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Flexible
Summary
Reporting to the Senior Director of Donor Relations, the Donor Relations Associate supports Baylor College of Medicine's stewardship program by providing data analysis, reporting, and operational support for donor recognition initiatives. This role collaborates closely with development officers to ensure timely, accurate, and meaningful donor engagement. The Associate also contributes to larger stewardship projects and initiatives designed to strengthen donor relationships and enhance the overall donor experience.
This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement for applicants located in the Houston, TX region.
Job Duties
  • Manages day-to-day execution of donor relations initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time and aligned with strategic goals.
  • Communicates and collaborates with internal stakeholders to gather necessary inputs and move stewardship projects forward, including endowment reports, impact reports, acknowledgement letters, chair appointments, and donor retention efforts.
  • Builds customized donor relations plans and strategies, monitor stewardship touchpoints to ensure consistency and quality and track activities in BBCRM.
  • Administers and tracks naming opportunities inventory and documentation.
  • Works in partnership with the Sr. Director, Donor Relations on the execution of donor recognition projects, including but not limited to donor naming opportunities across the college.
  • Works with internal teams, including fundraisers, Gift Operations, students, faculty, and the writing team to facilitate endowment reporting needs and prepare reports for distribution through Mythos includes working with the vendor as needed.
  • Assists in planning and execution of donor relations and stewardship events including but not limited to endowed chair events.
  • Partners with various teams on stewardship activities for donor recognition groups such as the DeBakey Society and The Partnership, including first time donor cards, donor anniversary cards, welcome and renewal messages and surveys.
  • Maintains procedures, workflows and timelines associated with Donor Relations activities and prepare training materials for multiple audiences.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to partner across multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
  • Strong expertise with MS Office Suite required; familiarity with fundraising systems (e.g., CRM systems and donor communications and stewardship platforms) preferred.
  • Strong verbal communication skills, editing and proofreading proficiency are required, as well as the proven ability to work independently.
  • Ability to communicate across fundraising teams and with all levels of staff, including senior leadership.
  • Knowledge of fundraising, alumni relations and grateful patient processes, especially in the area of major gifts cultivation, is preferred.

Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 25006

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