Lead Fundraising, Sales, and Events Intern

Lead Fundraising, Sales, and Events Intern

TOGETHER, WE ARE DEFENDERS OF POTENTIAL: In a world of causes, we make a difference by creating professionally supported, one-to-one Matches for kids and teens who want to realize their full potential.  Over 1,200 Matches (Bigs & Littles) are building life-changing friendships in Kansas City through the power of one-to-one mentoring. Research proves that children enrolled in the program receive better grades, are more likely to graduate high school, and have improved relationships with family and friends.  For more information on the BBBSKC program, visit bbbskc.org.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is over 100 years old and operates in all 50 states and in 12 countries across the world.  Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBSKC) has been recognized as a leader in the non-profit industry and in the national BBBS network, winning the National Large Agency of the Year Award four times and the Quality Award every year since 2015. Other recognition includes NAIA Company of Character, Non-Profit Times Best Non-Profit to Work for in America, Independent Magazine’s Best Non-Profit Events, NP Connect’s Marketing Awards, Hispanic Chamber Organization of the Year award.

Located in the heart of Kansas City, MO, BBBSKC is headquartered in the Crossroads in a state-of-the-art facility that offers ultimate visibility, access, collaboration workspaces, one of the best views in the city from our rooftop deck and the ability to host hundreds of people each week at one of our events, Match activities or trainings in our theater or event space. 

In addition to being a top-notch place to come to work, the culture inside the office is unmatched.  BBBSKC lives by core value statements, an open-door leadership policy, a generous paid time off plan, excellent benefits, competitive salary, extraordinary parenteral/maternity leave, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for the staff to participate in committees and task forces, a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, a work hard/play hard mentality that leads to regular employee appreciation events and team bonding opportunities.

When staff are asked their favorite part about working for BBBSKC though, most of the time it comes back to the mission.  Each employee knows how their role is impacting others in our community, and they personally are helping defend potential for kids in Kansas City and that is empowering and rewarding for all our team members.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Special Events Coordinator, the Lead Fundraising, Sales, and Events Intern is a part-time, temporary nonexempt position that runs from January through late August and averages 20-30 hours per week. 

This position is instrumental in supporting our largest annual fundraiser, Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake. This position will primarily be tasked with aiding our Special Events Coordinator from January-August in recruiting and mentoring event participants through email and phone recruitment and in-person or virtual company presentations. In this role, you will also provide customer service to each event participant, helping to support their fundraising efforts. This position will also play an important role at the event during the month of July, assisting with pre-event, on-site and post-event leadership, providing excellent customer service, as well as being responsible for data entry management for over 400 teams and 2,000 participants, and assisting to support 8 Bowl for Kids’ Sake part-time Interns.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Fundraising and Special Events team in achieving Bowl for Kids' Sake fundraising goals
• Manage customer service inquiries via email, text, and phone for all Bowl for Kids' Sake participants
• Develop and execute sales, recruitment, and mentoring strategies to increase event participation and fundraising success including texting participants, emailing teams and calling team captains
• Deliver presentations in a lunch and learn environment at various companies about BBBSKC and Bowl for Kids' Sake to recruit participants and raise community awareness
• Oversee event operations including setup, breakdown, check-in, and record-keeping for all July sessions (tentatively July 8-10, 14-17, and 21-24, subject to change)
• Assist in leading a team of 8 Bowl for Kids' Sake Interns throughout May-July
• Facilitate afternoon mentoring sessions as assigned by the Special Events Coordinator
• Handle administrative tasks including phone calls, volunteer coordination, email correspondence, mailings, data entry, and event materials management
• Support planning and execution of RISE rooftop party (August 29)
• Attend and assist with Legacy Golf Tournaments (May 17-18, June 7-8) and additional third-party events throughout the summer
• Other duties as assigned

ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate will be a team player, who demonstrates a willingness to take on new tasks with a general attitude that no task is too small, impossible or cannot be improved. The position requires the ability to speak and present in front of groups of all sizes, leading and running presentations in-person, strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, and strong organizational and creative thinking skills. The ideal candidate will also have a positive attitude with a willingness to learn and jump in anywhere help is needed.

Candidates must also be comfortable in assisting in building relationships with supporters, board members and other staff. Must be highly organized with the ability to multitask and work effectively in a team-based environment, as well as individually to achieve a common goal. 

Note: This position requires access to reliable transportation to travel from different locations as needed and will include some days, evenings and weekends

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Previous experience in sales, customer service, and/or fundraising
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of groups of all sizes
• Strong organizational and creative thinking skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a sales/fundraising role and building relationships with supporters, board members, and staff
• Basic office and computer skills including Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Works effectively in a team-based environment motivated by achieving a common goal
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and work hard
• Access to reliable transportation to travel to and from different locations
• Willing to work days, some evenings, and weekends
• Ability to work during every Bowl for Kids' Sake event session (unless otherwise approved by manager)
• Ability to work both Legacy Tournaments and setup days (unless otherwise approved by manager)

• Passion for the nonprofit industry and fundraising preferred
• Experience supervising/leading others in event planning preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Salesforce or other CRM experience preferred
   

WORK ENVIRONMENT

BBBSKC is the fastest growing Big Brothers Big Sisters agency in the nation, nearly doubling the size of our staff and number of children served within the past 10 years. We are proud to offer competitive pay and a fun office environment. Management believes in an inclusive environment where staff members can learn and grow. We also believe in the work hard, play hard motto as we plan quarterly staff outings where we step away from our day-to-day operations and focus on connecting as a team. This position is located in our beautiful, newly renovated Crossroads office (which happens to include a rooftop party deck) and auxiliary office next door.  As a member of the BBBSKC team there will be an expectation to participate in some evening and weekend events. 

STARTING SALARY RANGE

$17/hour working 20-30 hours/week as needed from January 2026 through late August 2026.
 

TO APPLY

If you qualify for this position and are passionate about our mission and our staff culture, we look forward to meeting you.  

Please email your resume and a cover letter (to include what would make you a phenomenal candidate) to Kaylee Hansen at kaylee.hansen@bbbskc.org or apply here online. 

Email applications are preferred; however, if that is not an option, you may mail your application to: BBBSKC, Attn: Kaylee Hansen, 1709 Walnut Kansas City, MO 64108.
 

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted until the position is filled. 
 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

BBBSKC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

BBBSKC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.