Charity Fundraising Assistant

GEM • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Passion for nonprofit fundraising and community impact (experience is a plus but not required)

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed