The Fundraising Associate is an entry-level position responsible for supporting fundraising operations, donor outreach efforts, event coordination, and compliance activities for political campaigns and organizations. This role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented professional who is interested in fundraising, politics, public affairs, or nonprofit development and is eager to develop expertise through hands-on experience. The Fundraising Associate will work closely with fundraising consultants and campaign teams to help execute fundraising strategies, maintain accurate records, support donor engagement initiatives, and ensure operational excellence across client accounts.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Support fundraising consultants in the execution of fundraising plans and donor engagement strategies.
Assist with donor outreach activities, including drafting correspondence, scheduling meetings, and preparing call time materials.
Maintain accurate donor and prospect information within fundraising databases and CRM systems.
Conduct donor and prospect research to identify fundraising opportunities and support client strategies.
Coordinate logistics for fundraising events, receptions, virtual events, and campaign activities.
Prepare donor acknowledgments, event follow-up communications, and stewardship materials.
Assist with tracking fundraising progress and generating reports on campaign performance and donor activity.
Support compliance-related recordkeeping and reporting efforts.
Provide administrative support, including scheduling, document preparation, and meeting coordination.
Collaborate with team members to ensure exceptional client service and timely deliverables.
Enter and update donor data accurately and timely.
Draft professional emails, thank-you notes, and donor communications.
Maintain confidentiality regarding donor, client, and company information.
Support special projects and other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Bachelor's degree in political science, nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business, or a related field.
1-3 years of in-college experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or a related area.
Understanding of and ability to create healthy organizational culture required.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and experience with fundraising software (e.g., NGP, Campaign Deputy, ActBlue, etc.) is a plus.
Passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to making a positive impact.
EXPECTATIONS
Up to 25% travel within the United States for client meetings, trainings, conferences, and events
Primarily remote work environment, with in-person attendance required for approved client meetings, trainings, and events as needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
_This job description is designed to give you an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities for this position. As the Company evolves and grows over time this job description may be changed in consultation with you. You will be expected to embrace such changes, to work flexibly, and to rise to the challenge of developing your skills over time. _