Philanthropy & Community Engagement Coordinator- job post Loaves and Fishes Food Bank
Job Description
Philanthropy & Community Engagement Coordinator
Applications Accepted Until Sunday September 16th, 2026 , end of day.
Organization Overview :Based in Nanaimo with facilities in Nanaimo and Port Hardy, Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank is a rapidly growing, well respected entrepreneurially driven nonprofit with operations across the BC Coast. From Victoria to Haida Gwai, Loaves and Fishes is making food available to people in need.
Purpose and Summary of the Role : Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy & Revenue Generation, the Philanthropy & Community Engagement Coordinator plays a key support role in advancing Loaves & Fishes’ fundraising, donor stewardship, and community engagement efforts. This position provides day-to-day coordination support for donor relations, fundraising, communications, volunteers, and administrative activities related to philanthropy and volunteering. The Coordinator supports donor stewardship, manages inquiries, assists with fundraising campaigns, and helps ensure a positive, professional experience for donors, partners, volunteers and community supporters.
Supervision: Is responsible to the Director of Philanthropy & Revenue Generation.
Works closely with:
Administration Department Volunteer Department
Key Responsibilities
Donor & Stewardship Support
Support donor stewardship activities including acknowledgements, follow-ups, and relationship tracking
Prepare donor correspondence including thank-you letters, emails, newsletters and impact updates
Maintain accurate donor records including Tax Receipting and database management.
Prepare and manage donor mailings, including mail merges and list management
Support donor recognition and stewardship initiatives
Fundraising & Third-Party Events
Serve as a point of contact for third-party fundraisers and community-led initiatives
Assist with coordination of fundraising campaigns and events
Track donations and campaign activity
Support preparation of fundraising materials and follow-up communications
Assist with event logistics and post-event reporting
Communications & Digital Support
