96 Non-profit Event Planning Jobs in California

Updated daily. Most recent posting: October 25, 2026.

Public Relations & Event Assistant – Entry Level

Supports live event marketing and community outreach campaigns for nonprofit and charity partners. Responsibilities include event setup, promotional coordination, campaign presentations, and engaging the public at local activations....

Hayward, California Tri-Valley Collective
Freelance In Person Event Specialist - San Jose, CA

This freelance role involves acting as an on-site event coordinator for corporate social impact team-building activities in San Jose. The specialist will manage event logistics, including setup, guest check-in, and on-site problem solving to ensure a high-quality experience for corporate partners an...

San Jose, California Visit.org
Proposal & Events Manager

The Proposals & Events Manager leads competitive proposal development and project management while coordinating organizational events for a youth-serving nonprofit. The role supports growth and partnerships, with occasional evening, weekend, and travel commitments....

Los Angeles, California Woodcraft Rangers
Events Coordinator

The Events Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for all events at the James Lawson Jr. Worker Justice Center. This position manages the complete event lifecycle, including reservation intake, on-site coordination, and post-event follow-up for a variety of community and organizational g...

Los Angeles, California University of California (UCLA)
Event Marketing & Communications Assistant – Entry Level

This entry-level position supports the planning and execution of fundraising events and promotional campaigns for nonprofit clients. The role involves managing on-site event logistics, engaging with donors, and assisting with campaign communications....

Rancho Cordova, California Synergize Inc.
Special Events Program Manager - Hybrid

The Special Events Program Manager will oversee the planning and execution of high-profile events for the foundation. This includes working with trustees, donors, and volunteers from the initial strategy phase through to post-event analysis....

Irvine, California Providence
Event Specialist

The Event Specialist will manage all aspects of academic and cultural programming for the Center for 17th- & 18th-Century Studies and the William Andrews Clark Memorial Library. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics for conferences and lectures, managing budgets, overseeing audio-visual ne...

Los Angeles, California University of California (UCLA)
Conventions and Event Services Manager

In addition to convention work, the successful candidate will also work on making sleeping and meeting room requests for governing body meetings who oversee the AGO, volunteer committees when meeting in person, and a fundraising Gala. Volunteer Committee Collaboration: Act as the primary staff liais...

Bakersfield, California American Guild of Organists
Event Conference Planner III

The Event Conference Planner III is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing complex events and conferences for a university. The role involves managing logistics, budgets, vendor relations, and on-site operations to ensure successful event delivery....

Turlock, California California State University
Events Coordinator at Milan Event Center Bakersfield, CA

Milan Event Center, located in Bakersfield, CA, is a premier venue renowned for hosting a wide array of events ranging from corporate meetings and seminars to grand charity galas and community celebrations. The center caters to diverse clientele, including businesses, non-profit organizations, and s...

Bakersfield, California Milan Event Center
Client Solutions Director - Corporate Events

You’ll operate as a trusted advisor—bringing a consultative, insight-led approach that positions Staging Solutions as a creative and strategic partner. Your ability to independently lead complex sales cycles and connect client vision to exceptional execution will be critical to your success. Work cl...

Bakersfield, California Staging Solutions
Charity Events Assistant - Entry-Level – Paid Training

The Charity Events Assistant will support the planning and onsite execution of fundraising campaigns and community outreach events. Responsibilities include managing event logistics, assisting with attendee registration, and representing nonprofit organizations to the public....

Elk Grove, California Synergize Inc.
Special Events Set-Up Assistant

The Special Events Set-Up Assistant is responsible for the physical preparation of event spaces at The Huntington. This includes the setup and tear-down of furniture and equipment for various meetings, parties, and lectures....

San Marino, California The Huntington
Community Events Team Lead

The Community Events Team Lead will oversee the planning and execution of speaker series, networking opportunities, and community engagement events for a non-profit organization. The role involves managing a team of interns, coordinating logistics for remote events, and ensuring project deliverables...

Remote (Los Angeles, California) Our National Conversation
Director, Special Events

The Director of Special Events will oversee the strategy, planning, and production of events held at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. This position involves managing venue operations, coordinating catering services, and handling client relationships for both internal and external events....

Los Angeles, California Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
Event Coordinator-SAP Center at San Jose

Anticipate a 10- to 12-hour shift, either morning or evening, with morning shifts running from approximately 6:00am - 4:30pm and evening shifts from 4:00pm - 2:00am. Must Reside in the Bay Area as we are unable to pay for relocation or travel expenses. Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and crouch ...

San Jose, California San Jose Arena Management
Advancement Events Coordinator Senior

The Advancement Events Coordinator Senior will manage the prospect and donor engagement events program for the Cottage Health foundations. The role involves strategizing with leadership to plan and execute events that support fundraising goals....

Goleta, California Cottage Health
Assistant Director of Athletic Events & Operations

The Assistant Director of Athletic Events & Operations is responsible for planning and executing high-impact events and hospitality experiences for the University of San Diego athletics department. This role focuses on donor stewardship and alumni engagement through the management of various athleti...

San Diego, California University of San Diego
Entry-Level Event Assistant | Paid Training | No Experience Required

This entry-level position involves supporting the setup, execution, and breakdown of live marketing events and community outreach campaigns. The role focuses on public engagement, event logistics, and brand representation for various nonprofit initiatives....

Elk Grove, California Synergize Inc.
Freelance In-Person Event Specialist - San Francisco de Heredia, Costa Rica

Visit.org is seeking a freelance event specialist to act as an on-site coordinator for corporate volunteering and team-building events in San Francisco de Heredia. The role involves managing event logistics, overseeing setup and teardown, and serving as the primary point of contact for partners duri...

San Francisco, California Visit.org
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