--- title: Fundraising Specialist description: Appleseed Community Mental Health Center is hiring for the Fundraising Specialist role in Ashland, OH. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/fundraising-specialist-at-appleseed-community-mental-health-center-inc-01a0e990-2305-7be3-9438-08d1b1d43563 date: 2026-09-28T21:37:43Z og_description: Join Appleseed Community Mental Health Center as Fundraising Specialist in Ashland, OH. Pays $19–$22 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/lqkkya.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Appleseed Community Mental Health Center | | **Location** | Ashland, OH | | **Salary** | $19/hr - $22/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 | ## Description **Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Inc. – Ashland, OH** **$19.00–$22.00/hour (based on education and experience)** **Full-Time | Community Engagement | Fundraising & Special Events** **Turn connections into community impact.** Appleseed Community Mental Health Center is looking for an organized, outgoing, and community-minded **Fundraising Specialist** to help grow our fundraising efforts, strengthen donor and business relationships, and bring special events to life. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys **building relationships, planning events, connecting with local businesses, and turning ideas into action**. You’ll work with staff, volunteers, donors, sponsors, vendors, and community partners to increase engagement and support Appleseed’s mission throughout our community. **Why you’ll love working at Appleseed** - Meaningful work that directly supports programs and services in your community - Opportunity to build relationships with local businesses, donors, and community partners - Variety—your days may include event planning, community outreach, donor engagement, and creative fundraising - Supportive and collaborative team environment - Opportunities for professional growth - Generous paid time off and benefits **What you’ll do** - Build and grow relationships with local businesses, corporations, and community organizations - Identify opportunities for sponsorships, workplace giving, fundraising campaigns, employee engagement, EAP partnerships, referrals, and other community partnerships - Plan and coordinate fundraising events, donor appreciation activities, corporate fundraising challenges, and special programs - Secure event sponsorships, auction items, in-kind donations, and other community contributions - Coordinate event details including registrations, guest communications, vendors, volunteers, staffing, setup, and follow-up - Recruit and support staff and volunteers participating in fundraising events - Assist with donor recognition, thank-you letters, and stewardship communications - Help identify and engage prospective donors, sponsors, and community partners - Assist with fundraising materials, sponsorship packages, campaign messaging, and donor communications - Maintain organized donor, fundraising, and event records - Track fundraising results and prepare reports for leadership - Represent Appleseed professionally at community events, networking opportunities, and stakeholder meetings **What you’ll do** - Strong organizational, project management, and time-management skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Someone who is comfortable building relationships and communicating with businesses, donors, volunteers, and community partners - Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and event details - Strong attention to detail - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively - Professional, dependable, and comfortable representing Appleseed in the community **Preferred:** - Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, sales, business, public relations, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered - 1–3 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, donor relations, marketing, sales, nonprofit development, or a related area - Valid Ohio driver’s license - Reliable transportation and required auto liability insurance - Ability to travel locally for events, presentations, meetings, and community engagement - Flexibility to occasionally work evenings and weekends for fundraising and special events - Successful completion of required background check and pre-employment drug screening **Benefits & Perks** - **$19.00–$22.00/hour**, based on education and experience - Medical, dental, and vision coverage - 403(b) retirement plan with employer match - **32+ paid days off annually**, including: * Minimum 2 weeks vacation * 6 self-care days * 8 sick days * 8 paid holidays - Employee Assistance Program & wellness app - Continuing education & professional development opportunities - In-house pharmacy access - Mileage reimbursement - Pet insurance - Annual performance-based pay increases - Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer **Help us build relationships that make a difference.** At Appleseed, fundraising is about more than raising dollars—it’s about connecting people, businesses, and organizations with opportunities to strengthen our community. **Join our team and help turn community support into meaningful impact.** *Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We are a drug-free workplace, including marijuana. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening.* ## Skills - Project Management - Donor Recognition - Presentations - Event Planning - Nonprofit Management - Sponsorship Management - Employee Assistance Program (Eap) - Time Management - Community Outreach - Presentation Skills - Donor Engagement - Fundraising - Attention to Detail - Leadership - Public Relations - Employee Engagement - Auto Liability Insurance - Communication - Flexibility - Sales ## Benefits - Professional Development - Mental Health - Health and Wellness Applications - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans - Other Retirement and Savings - Transportation - Pet Insurance ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/fundraising-specialist-at-appleseed-community-mental-health-center-inc-01a0e990-2305-7be3-9438-08d1b1d43563?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)