Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Development Volunteer

At The Gracefull Table Community Kitchen, we believe everyone deserves a seat at the table, a freshly prepared meal, and the dignity of being served with kindness.

We're a Garland-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free, restaurant-style community meals to neighbors in need. Our long-term vision is to establish a permanent pay-what-you-can restaurant where everyone is welcome, regardless of their financial circumstances.

We're looking for a relationship-driven volunteer who can help us connect with businesses, corporations, and community partners interested in supporting our mission.

Responsibilities:

• Research potential corporate sponsors and community partners.
• Identify employee-giving and corporate matching programs.
• Contact businesses about financial and in-kind sponsorship opportunities.
• Help prepare sponsorship proposals and partnership presentations.
• Develop relationships with potential supporters.
• Maintain records of outreach, conversations, and follow-ups.
• Help secure recurring partnerships to support our community meals.
• Collaborate with leadership on sponsorship strategies.

Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable contacting businesses and building professional relationships.
• Organized, dependable, and able to follow through.
• Experience in sales, fundraising, corporate giving, or business development preferred but not required.
• Passion for helping underserved communities.

Other Details:

This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity with flexible scheduling. Much of the work can be performed remotely. Volunteers will receive information about our mission, programs, and current sponsorship needs.