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Published 4 months ago

Fundraising & Development Advisor (Volunteer)

TAFT Foundation
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in Georgia, US
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Approximately 2–5 hours per month. Provide guidance on fundraising strategy, donor engagement, corporate partnerships, grant opportunities, and nonprofit development. Most meetings are conducted virtually and scheduled flexibly.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Research & Social Science
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Advisors may be located anywhere in the United States or internationally. Most meetings are conducted virtually. Experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor engagement, nonprofit development, corporate giving, or related fields is preferred.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Fundraising & Development Advisor (Volunteer)

    TAFT Foundation is a U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to empowering high-potential students from underserved communities through peer learning, mentorship, youth leadership development, and future educator pathways.

    We are seeking a volunteer Fundraising & Development Advisor to help strengthen TAFT Foundation's fundraising capacity during its early growth stage.

    This role is ideal for individuals with experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, philanthropy, corporate giving, donor engagement, grant strategy, or nonprofit leadership who would like to help build a mission-driven organization from the ground up.

    Responsibilities may include:

    • Advising on fundraising strategy and organizational growth
    • Identifying potential funding opportunities, donors, and partnerships
    • Providing guidance on donor cultivation and stewardship
    • Supporting corporate sponsorship and community partnership development
    • Sharing fundraising best practices and nonprofit development expertise
    • Offering strategic feedback on organizational positioning and sustainability

    Preferred experience includes:

    • Nonprofit fundraising or development
    • Foundation, philanthropy, or grantmaking
    • Corporate social responsibility (CSR)
    • Major gifts, donor relations, or sponsorship development
    • Nonprofit leadership or board service

    This is a volunteer advisory role with a flexible schedule. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about educational opportunity, youth leadership, and strengthening communities through education.

    Most meetings will be conducted virtually, with occasional opportunities for in-person engagement in Atlanta, Washington, DC, or other locations.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in Georgia, US
    Associated Location
    Atlanta, GA, USA

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest in serving as a Fundraising & Development Advisor for TAFT Foundation.

    Please complete the screening questions and provide a brief summary of your experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor engagement, corporate partnerships, nonprofit development, or related fields.

    Selected candidates may be invited to a virtual conversation to discuss TAFT Foundation's mission, current priorities, and opportunities for collaboration.

    We welcome individuals who are passionate about educational opportunity and helping mission-driven organizations grow and thrive.

    All fields are required
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