AltCap is a leader in equitable lending and a committed ally to underestimated entrepreneurs in the Kansas City area. We combine financing expertise with on-the-ground advocacy to provide small business owners access to the patient, affordable capital they need to start, grow, and thrive. Our approach is not simply financial assistance but a catalyst for community and economic growth. By supporting entrepreneurs often overlooked by traditional lenders, we empower our community and contribute to a more inclusive and vibrant local economy.
AltCap is looking for a motivated and dynamic Fundraising and Events Intern to join our Programs and Partnerships team. This role will assist the Partnerships Manager with planning, coordinating, and executing fundraising initiatives and events. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about nonprofit work, event planning, and fundraising, and wish to gain hands-on experience in the field. This role will have the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of fundraising campaigns, donor relations, and event logistics while contributing to the success of AltCap’s initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the planning and delivery of fundraising campaigns and events, including donor stewardship and outreach activities.
- Assist in identifying and researching potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
- Support the creation of promotional materials for events, including invitations, flyers, social media content, and email newsletters.
- Assist in coordinating logistics for in-person or virtual events, such as venue booking, vendor communication, guest lists, and volunteer management.
- Help with event setup, on-site assistance, and post-event follow-up.
- Attend team meetings and collaborate with staff on event strategies and fundraising initiatives.
- Help partnerships manager track event budgets, donor pledges, and sponsorship commitments.
- Currently pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, event planning, or a related field.
- Strong interest in fundraising, nonprofit work, and event management.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media platforms.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- A positive attitude and a passion for supporting community-driven initiatives.
- Experience with event planning or fundraising in a nonprofit setting.
- Familiarity with fundraising software or donor-management platforms.
- Knowledge of social media marketing and content creation.
- Compensation of $15 - $20 per hour;
- Opportunities for professional development and nonprofit leadership experience;
- Flexible, hybrid work opportunity
- Priority consideration for future job openings at AltCap
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of creating positive social impact. The Fundraising and Events Intern will be expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on organizational needs and the intern's availability. To apply, please email a resumé to Brant Stacy, Community Partnerships Manager, at bstacy@altcap.org. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. AltCap is currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
