Fundraising Coordinator (Volunteer)

Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility-centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity-protective storytelling, consent-driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve.

About the Role

The Fundraising Coordinator supports the Promise of Giving Division by coordinating day-to-day fundraising activities, donor communications, and development operations. This role plays a critical part in keeping fundraising efforts organized, responsive, and mission-aligned. The Fundraising Coordinator works closely with Development leadership, Partnerships, Programs, and Content & Storytelling teams to ensure fundraising activities are accurate, timely, and respectful.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination of fundraising campaigns, appeals, and initiatives
• Assist with donor communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship activities
• Track fundraising activities, donor interactions, and deadlines
• Support grant-related coordination, including timelines and reporting support
• Maintain organized records related to fundraising and advancement activities
• Collaborate with Content & Storytelling to align fundraising messaging with impact
• Assist in preparing materials for funders, donors, and partners
• Support internal coordination across Development, Finance, and Partnerships
• Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via email and chat in Google Workspace

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Comfort working collaboratively in a mission-driven environment
• Reliability and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values

Preferred Skills

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or donor relations
• Familiarity with fundraising campaigns, grants, or advancement operations
• Experience using spreadsheets, databases, or donor management tools
• Experience supporting volunteer or development teams
• Interest in philanthropy, social impact, or nonprofit operations

Commitment

• Volunteer role
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
• Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising and development operations
• Exposure to ethical, mission-driven advancement practices
• Collaboration with development, partnerships, and leadership teams
• Professional references and letters of recommendation
• The opportunity to support fundraising that directly benefits children and families

Volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements.