Remote Advancement Associate, Fundraising & Donor Relations

Afpeci; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation time

Personal Time

Health and dental insurance

Long & short‑term disability coverage

401K company contribution plan

Job summary

The Foundry Educational Foundation in Schaumburg, IL, is seeking an experienced Advancement Associate to execute its annual giving program and support overall fundraising strategy. You will manage donor stewardship, alumni engagement, and corporate partnerships while coordinating with volunteers and staff.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in fundraising, strong writing and communication skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressively responsible development experience; with experience securing annual gifts, grants, and building individual and corporate relationships.
• This position requires an individual to be located in the main mid‑west donor area which currently encompasses: Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Michigan.
• This position requires perseverance, professionalism, and a willingness to make phone calls and follow‑up calls.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment.
• Track record of excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with sound judgment in prioritizing problems and opportunities.
• Knowledge of database management (Raisers Edge or similar relationship management software, preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Must be comfortable using MS Teams.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and planning skills.
• Ability to inspire trust and build lasting donor relationships.
• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to simultaneously balance deadlines and projects.]
• job_responsibilities_description:[
• Identify new funding opportunities and diversify revenue streams:
• Create connections to individuals/alumni using defined engagement opportunities
• Develop new programs to secure new individual and corporate prospects
• Research new grant opportunities

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and achievement of annual fundraising goals: Write and direct outreach for annual requests from individuals/alumni, corporate partners
• Assist and analyze fundraising communication, online activity and website
• Write and maintain specific annual grants
• Identify new funding opportunities and diversify revenue streams: Create connections to individuals/alumni using defined engagement opportunities
• Develop new programs to secure new individual and corporate prospects
• Research new grant opportunities
• Assist or lead specific fundraising events, assist with regional campaigns, endowment and planned giving outreach, and other initiatives.
• Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive, multi‑year fundraising plan.
• Assist in donor engagement, recognition, and retention strategies.
• Assist in alumni engagement strategies – connected to fundraising goals.
• Assist with Key Professor and Advisory Board relationships, liaison with specific AFS Chapters.
• Assist in planning and activities related to FEF’s College Industry Conference.

Skills

Donor relations

Relationship building

Communication

Proposal writing

Fundraising strategy

Tools

Raiser's Edge

MS Teams

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Foundry Educational Foundation in Schaumburg, IL, is seeking an experienced Advancement Associate to execute its annual giving program and support overall fundraising strategy. You will manage donor stewardship, alumni engagement, and corporate partnerships while coordinating with volunteers and staff.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in fundraising, strong writing and communication skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects.