Development Associate This role supports the fundraising team across donor recordkeeping, outreach coordination, event support, and general development functions. It's a great fit for someone with some nonprofit background looking to build out their skills in donor relations and fundraising strategy.
Key responsibilities include:- Support donor-facing communications, including campaign messaging, emails, and acknowledgment letters
- Help coordinate stewardship activities, including mailing schedules and outreach timing
- Research prospective donors and potential funding sources
- Keep donor records current and accurate within CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred)
- Monitor donations, pledges, and giving patterns over time
- Pull reports and assist with data analysis to inform fundraising decisions
- Support logistics planning for donor meetings and events
- Put together donor-facing materials like packets, decks, and proposals
- Proofread and refine outgoing donor communications
Qualifications include:- Bachelor's degree preferred, not required2–5 years of experience in fundraising, donor support, or nonprofit development work
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); CRM experience required, Salesforce preferred
- Exposure to online giving platforms a plus; iCIMS experience preferred
- Strong time management and ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative
Perks include:- Contribute to an organization doing genuinely impactful work
- Broaden your exposure to nonprofit operations and donor engagement strategy
- Build professional experience in the fundraising space
