Development Officer
About The Position
Friends of Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to improving access to hippotherapy services and other programs for children with special needs. The organization serves over 850 patients and their families weekly on its 4-acre campus. This role is for a part-time independent contractor, working approximately 10-15 hours per week, with potential for growth. The position focuses on executing fundraising and development activities, building community relationships, identifying funding opportunities, and managing outreach from initial contact to stewardship.
Requirements
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, donor relations, sponsorship outreach, or closely related work.
- Strong writing, editing, research, and persuasive communication skills.
- Ability to translate an organization’s mission and impact into clear, compelling donor messages.
- Self-directed and comfortable taking ownership of multiple priorities, deadlines, outreach efforts, and stakeholder relationships.
- Comfort using donor databases, spreadsheets, email platforms, and common productivity tools.
- Sound judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and respect for confidentiality.
Nice To Haves
- Existing knowledge of the local philanthropic community or relevant funder networks.
Responsibilities
- Execute fundraising and development activities that advance the organization's mission.
- Build meaningful relationships within the community.
- Identify funding opportunities.
- Manage outreach efforts from initial contact through follow-up and stewardship.
Benefits
- Compensation: $40 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
