Charity Fundraising Assistant

GEM

Richmond, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Richmond, Virginia
POSTED
7 days ago

We partner with charitable organizations to raise awareness, increase donor engagement, and create meaningful community impact. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Charity Fundraising Assistant to join our team immediately.

In this role, you will serve as the first point of contact for the Fundraising and Marketing & Communications teams, supporting donation processing, donor database management, and delivering exceptional customer care. You will also work closely with the Supporter Relations Manager to assist with a wide range of fundraising and administrative activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external fundraising inquiries
  • Deliver exceptional donor customer service, ensuring timely acknowledgment and appreciation of new and departing donors
  • Collaborate with management and communications teams to develop and distribute engaging donor communications
  • Support the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns, including logistics and on-site coordination
  • Maintain and manage the donor database (CRM), ensuring data accuracy and providing internal support and training
  • Perform data entry, updates, reporting, and data analysis, including generating reports and resolving data queries
  • Assist the fundraising team in prioritizing tasks and meeting key deadlines
  • Stay informed on fundraising trends, nonprofit news, and donor engagement strategies
  • Proactively contribute new ideas and take ownership of initiatives to enhance fundraising performance

Desired Skills & Attributes

  • Passion for nonprofit fundraising and community impact (experience is a plus but not required)
  • Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
  • Energetic, creative, and proactive mindset
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Why Join Us?

  • Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by supporting impactful charitable initiatives
  • Team Environment: Collaborate with a supportive and mission-driven team
  • Career Development: Gain valuable experience in fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit marketing, and CRM systems

About the Company

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