Description:
The Development & Fundraising Coordinator (Contract) will support a broad range of fundraising and development activities, including donor engagement, corporate and major donor cultivation, and other strategic funding partnerships. This part-time, remote contractor role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about supporting trans-led and grassroots work. While Chicagoland-based applicants are preferred for occasional in-person events, candidates anywhere in Illinois are encouraged to apply. This position has the ability to gain more hours and benefits as the organization grows.
Key ResponsibilitiesDevelopment & Fundraising
- Support planning and implementation of annual fundraising strategies, including campaigns, monthly giving, and other revenue-generating initiatives.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and funding partners, including corporate, major donors, and other philanthropic partners.
- Conduct donor research and prospect identification to expand funding networks.
- Track contributions, maintain accurate donor records in the CRM, and ensure timely acknowledgments and stewardship.
- Proactively generate new donors and secure corporate sponsorships and other strategic funding partnerships.
Events & Campaigns
- Assist in planning and executing fundraising events, including annual celebrations, community gatherings, and peer-to-peer campaigns.
- Assist with coordinating logistics, sponsor engagement, and event materials.
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop campaign messaging and storytelling for donor engagement.
Grant Support & Partnerships
- Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and submission timelines.
- Collect program data, impact stories, and supporting documentation for grants and partnership proposals.
- Support relationship-building with foundations and other funding partners.
- Maintain organized grant files, templates, and partnership records.
Administrative & Collaborative Duties
- Provide general development support to the Executive Director, including scheduling, follow-ups, and materials preparation.
- Collaborate with program staff to gather metrics, stories, and media for fundraising purposes.
- Support implementation of equitable, community-centered development practices aligned with organizational values.
Qualifications
- Commitment to trans liberation, equity, and community wellness.
- 3–5 years of professional experience OR equivalent volunteer experience in fundraising, development, donor relations, nonprofit operations, corporate partnerships, or related fields.
- Proven track record of generating new donors and securing corporate sponsorships.
- Experience working with grassroots or community-based organizations strongly preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Comfortable using CRM or donor management tools (or willingness to learn).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, fast-paced team.
- Commitment to ethical fundraising, donor stewardship, and confidentiality.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred but not required.