Application Guide

How to Apply for Development Coordinator, South Central Chapter

at Parkinson's Foundation

🏢 About Parkinson's Foundation

The Parkinson's Foundation is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to improving life for those with Parkinson's disease and advancing research toward a cure. With a global community and a focus on patient-centered care, the Foundation offers a collaborative, remote-friendly culture where your work directly impacts people's lives.

About This Role

As the Development Coordinator for the South Central Chapter, you will lead peer-to-peer fundraising events like Moving Day and Parkinson's Revolution, driving participation and revenue. This role is impactful because you'll engage local communities, recruit sponsors, and support chapter operations—all while working remotely to expand the Foundation's reach.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day checking emails and updating the CRM with new donor info. Mid-morning, you might call a potential sponsor for the upcoming Parkinson's Revolution. After lunch, you'll coordinate with volunteers for an evening virtual training session, then analyze event registration data to plan next week's outreach. Evenings may include attending a community event or monitoring social media for participant engagement.

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🎯 Who Parkinson's Foundation Is Looking For

  • A self-starter with 2+ years in nonprofit fundraising or event planning, experienced in managing peer-to-peer campaigns.
  • Detail-oriented and goal-focused, comfortable with database management (e.g., CRM) and data analysis to track fundraising progress.
  • Excellent communicator who can recruit and steward sponsors, participants, and volunteers through phone, email, and social media.
  • Flexible and willing to travel 20-25% and work occasional evenings/weekends for events.

📝 Tips for Applying to Parkinson's Foundation

1

Highlight specific experience with peer-to-peer fundraising events (e.g., walkathons, cycling events) and quantify results (e.g., 'grew participant count by 30%').

2

Demonstrate knowledge of Parkinson's disease and the Foundation's mission—mention Moving Day or Parkinson's Revolution in your cover letter.

3

Tailor your resume to emphasize event logistics, volunteer coordination, and CRM proficiency (e.g., Blackbaud, Salesforce).

4

Showcase your ability to work independently in a remote environment with examples of self-directed projects.

5

Prepare a portfolio or case study of a successful event you led, including budget, attendance, and revenue metrics.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for the Foundation's mission and connection to Parkinson's (personal or professional).", 'Proven track record in recruiting participants and sponsors for fundraising events.', 'Experience managing event logistics and databases in a remote or hybrid setting.', 'Your ability to balance multiple priorities and meet fundraising goals.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore the Foundation's website for details on Moving Day and Parkinson's Revolution events, including past success stories.
  • → Read about the South Central Chapter's recent initiatives and community partnerships.
  • → Review the Foundation's annual report to understand fundraising goals and impact metrics.
  • → Check the Foundation's social media channels for event promotion styles and engagement tactics.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would plan and execute a Moving Day event from start to finish.
2 Describe a time you recruited a major sponsor or volunteer—how did you approach it?
3 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple events simultaneously?
4 What strategies do you use to engage donors and participants through social media?
5 Why Parkinson's Foundation? What do you know about our South Central Chapter?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention Parkinson's or the specific events—shows lack of research.
  • Overlooking the travel requirement or expressing unwillingness to work weekends/evenings during events.
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of fundraising results or event metrics—vague claims weaken your application.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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