--- title: Event Marketing & Fundraising Associate Entry Level description: GEM is hiring for the Event Marketing & Fundraising Associate Entry Level role in Richmond, VA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/event-marketing-and-fundraising-associate-entry-level-at-gem-01a0fa08-553a-78b1-b97c-c6729efd9c6c date: 2026-10-02T01:17:55Z og_description: Join GEM as Event Marketing & Fundraising Associate Entry Level in Richmond, VA. Pays $42K–$58K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/l3sdvy.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | GEM | | **Location** | Richmond, VA | | **Salary** | $42K/yr - $58K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 01, 2026 | ## Description Are you outgoing, motivated, and looking for an opportunity where you can **learn, grow, and make an impact**? Our growing team is looking for an **Event Marketing & Fundraising Associate** to help represent nonprofit organizations and community-focused campaigns at events and promotional activities. **No previous marketing or fundraising experience is required.** We provide hands-on training, coaching, and the tools you need to succeed. If you're a recent graduate, looking for your first professional opportunity, changing careers, or simply ready for a new challenge, this could be a great opportunity to develop valuable skills while working with a supportive team. ### What You'll Do As an Event Marketing & Fundraising Associate, you'll work directly with the public at events and promotional campaigns. Your responsibilities may include: - Representing nonprofit organizations and charitable campaigns in a professional manner - Engaging with members of the community at events and promotional locations - Educating the public about campaigns, programs, and charitable initiatives - Helping increase awareness and participation in fundraising campaigns - Creating positive interactions with potential supporters - Answering questions and providing accurate information - Working alongside team members to achieve campaign goals - Participating in team meetings, training, and professional development - Helping coordinate and support promotional events - Tracking campaign activity and communicating results to team leadership ### What We're Looking For We're looking for people who are: - **Motivated and eager to learn** - Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable speaking with new people - Positive and professional - Goal-oriented and willing to take initiative - Dependable and team-oriented - Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment - Interested in marketing, events, communications, fundraising, or business - Open to coaching and professional development **Experience is not required.** We'll teach you the marketing, communication, and campaign-specific skills needed for the position. ### What You'll Gain This position provides hands-on experience in areas such as: - Event marketing - Public relations - Community outreach - Fundraising - Customer engagement - Public speaking - Brand representation - Team leadership - Campaign coordination - Professional communication These are transferable skills that can help you build a foundation for a long-term career in **marketing, communications, nonprofit work, public relations, business development, management, and events.** ### Why Join Our Team? - Paid training and ongoing coaching - Entry-level opportunity with no previous industry experience required - Hands-on experience rather than sitting behind a desk all day - Supportive, team-oriented environment - Opportunities to take on additional responsibility as you develop - Professional development and mentorship - Variety of events and community-focused activities - Opportunity to make a positive impact through nonprofit fundraising campaigns ### Great Fit For This opportunity may be especially appealing to: - Recent college graduates - Candidates looking for their first professional position - Individuals changing careers - Customer service professionals - Retail and hospitality professionals - Students and graduates with marketing or communications backgrounds - Candidates interested in nonprofit organizations and community outreach - Motivated individuals looking to develop leadership and communication skills ### Apply Today! If you're **energetic, people-oriented, and ready to build valuable professional experience**, we'd love to meet you. No prior marketing or fundraising experience? **That's okay.** We provide training and are looking for individuals with the right attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn. **Apply today to be considered for our Event Marketing & Fundraising Associate – Entry Level position!** ## Skills - Event Marketing - Initiative - Team Leadership - Continuous Learning - Fundraising - Communication - Coaching - Goal-Oriented ## Benefits - Professional Development ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/event-marketing-and-fundraising-associate-entry-level-at-gem-01a0fa08-553a-78b1-b97c-c6729efd9c6c?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Virginia Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 100040 jobs - [Richmond Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia/richmond?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 9600 jobs - [Marketing Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/media-and-communications/marketing-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3295 jobs ## Related hubs - [Virginia Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 100040 jobs - [Richmond Jobs Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia/richmond?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 9600 jobs - [Marketing Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/media-and-communications/marketing-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3295 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)