The Community Relations Coordinator supports the execution of USA Pickleball’s community engagement initiatives at the national level, with a strong emphasis on advancing USA Pickleball Serves, the organization’s charitable and community impact platform. This role is responsible for assisting with the planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and partnerships that expand access to the sport, strengthen USAP’s presence, and build meaningful relationships within communities across the country.
Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the coordinator helps bring USA Pickleball Serves initiatives to life through event support, partnership coordination, fundraising assistance, and content development. This is an ideal role for an organized, detail-oriented professional who is passionate about sports, community engagement, and making a positive impact. This is a full-time position, reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer
Key Responsibilities
Program & Partnership Support
• Assist in the execution of community relations programs, including Grow the Game and Play it Forward initiatives
• Support outreach efforts with nonprofit organizations, schools, and community partners
• Help coordinate partnership deliverables and maintain ongoing communication with stakeholders
• Manage and fulfill silent auction and donation requests from nonprofit partners
Fundraising & Grant Support
• Support fundraising initiatives including community campaigns, partner activations, and donor engagement efforts
• Assist in identifying and researching grant opportunities aligned with USAP Serves priorities
• Help coordinate grant application materials, timelines, and submissions
• Track and report on fundraising and grant outcomes, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up
Event Coordination & Execution
• Support the planning and execution of community events, clinics, and activations
• Assist with event logistics including scheduling, materials, on-site coordination, and post-event follow-up
• Help coordinate volunteer needs and support on-site engagement efforts
Content & Communications
• Assist in creating content that highlights community initiatives for use across social media, website, newsletters, and internal communications
• Capture stories, photos, and key moments from events to support USAP storytelling efforts
• Ensure brand consistency across all community-related communications
Operational Support
• Maintain inventory of community relations materials, including paddles, nets, and promotional items
• Track program participation and assist with reporting on key metrics and outcomes
• Provide administrative support including scheduling, coordination, and documentation
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or related field
• 2–3 years of experience in community relations, event coordination, nonprofit work, fundraising, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting events, fundraising efforts, and cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, team-first mindset
• Passion for community engagement, sports, and charitable initiatives
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
