ASCENDtials assists those in the BIPOC community in dismantling institutionalized Isms within the U.S. workforce by offering workshops that empower them. Our non-profit organization focuses on building cosmic consciousness through our experiential learning programs, healing sessions, and workshops, and environmental programs so that they can successfully advocate for humanity and the environment.

, The Fundraising assistant will work with the Fundraising lead to support the coordination of all fund development activities. They will help the team identify and research prospective donors for a wide array of fundraising initiatives/campaigns.

They will assist in preparing donor and corporate profiles, searches for funding opportunities, manage the year-round corporate partners program, help prepare proposals for organization support, and help develop and cultivate donor relationships. This position is also responsible for coordinating educational activities for both community education and fundraising.

Job Responsibilities

Research and maintain individual donor profiles on current and prospective donors and maintain donor prospect pipeline using ASCENDtials donor database and other wealth management systems.

Develop and manage donor and corporate sponsor stewardship (e.g. thank you calls, acknowledgement letters, holiday cards, birthdays, TY for event participation, etc.).

Research and identify business and family foundation funding opportunities.

Working with key personnel; prepares proposals for organization support (e.g. grants, underwriting opportunities, sponsorships, etc.).

Develop and coordinate fundraising events (in-person and virtual).

Manage and maintain development databases.

Help coordinate meetings between the Director with donors, business leaders and family foundation executives.

Along with key personnel, solicits sponsorships and other donations and/or in-kind items (e.g. prizes, plaques, printing, etc.) to support ASCENDtials community events.

Coordinate presentation requests and inquiries.

Develop and manage marketing pieces and development materials.

Attend and present at community meetings and networking events as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.