Nonprofit Fundraising Representative – Entry Level

GEM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Mentorship

Job summary

GEM is hiring entry-level Nonprofit Fundraising Representatives to support charitable campaigns through face-to-face engagement at local events and promotional locations.

No prior fundraising or nonprofit experience is required; paid training, hands-on coaching, and ongoing support are provided from day one. You will engage with the public, educate about campaigns, and help meet daily fundraising goals.

Qualifications

• Friendly, outgoing and able to speak with people confidently.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Dependable and professional approach to work.
• Motivated and eager to learn new skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a can-do mindset.
• Coachable and receptive to feedback.
• No previous experience required for this entry-level role.

Responsibilities

• Represent nonprofit campaigns at community events and promotional locations.
• Engage directly with the public in a friendly, professional manner.
• Educate people about nonprofit programs and fundraising campaigns.
• Answer questions and provide clear information about goals.
• Encourage participation and support for fundraising initiatives.
• Create positive interactions through face-to-face communication.
• Assist with event booths, displays, registrations, and activities.
• Support community outreach and fundraising events.
• Maintain an organized and welcoming campaign environment.
• Work with the team to achieve daily fundraising and engagement goals.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and development activities.

Skills

Friendly communication

Active listening

Team player

Dependable

Motivated learner

Coachable

No prior experience required

Job description

Are you looking for an entry-level opportunity where you can make a difference, work with people, and build valuable professional skills?

We're hiring Nonprofit Fundraising Representatives to support charitable campaigns and community outreach initiatives through face-to-face engagement at local events and promotional locations.

No previous fundraising, sales, marketing, or nonprofit experience is required. Paid training, hands-on coaching, and ongoing support are provided from day one.

What You'll Do

• Represent nonprofit organizations and charitable campaigns at community events and promotional locations
• Engage directly with members of the public in a friendly and professional manner
• Educate people about nonprofit programs, charitable initiatives, and fundraising campaigns
• Answer questions and provide clear information about campaign goals and causes
• Encourage community participation and support for fundraising initiatives
• Create positive interactions through face-to-face communication
• Assist with event booths, displays, registrations, and promotional activities
• Support community outreach and fundraising events
• Help maintain an organized and welcoming campaign environment
• Work with team members to achieve daily fundraising and engagement goals
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable speaking with people
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Dependable and professional
• Motivated and willing to learn
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, public-facing environment
• Coachable and open to feedback
• Able to represent nonprofit campaigns professionally
• No previous experience required

Experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, restaurants, sales, fundraising, events, education, athletics, or other public-facing roles is welcome but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Paid training
• Hands-on coaching and mentorship
• Entry-level opportunity with no prior experience required
• Real-world experience supporting nonprofit campaigns
• Professional development and skill building
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Daily interaction with customers, community members, and nonprofit supporters

If you're personable, dependable, energetic, and enjoy working with people, this is an opportunity to gain valuable experience while supporting meaningful nonprofit and community initiatives.