Development Committee Member

About the Esperanza Education Fund

The Esperanza Education Fund (EEF) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting immigrant students in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. EEF provides higher-education scholarships and community support to students regardless of nationality, immigration status, or country of origin.

Position Overview

This position at EEF is one of several openings on the board. We encourage applicants to additionally consider applying as a Governance Chair, and/or General board positions focused on event planning, communications, and/or community engagement. Please find the full list of available positions at EEF’s Idealist page.

The Development Committee plays a critical role in advancing EEF’s mission by securing the financial resources needed to fund scholarships and program activities. Development Committee Members work closely with the Board of Directors and fellow committee volunteers to cultivate donor relationships, engage community partners, and develop strategic fundraising initiatives. This role is ideal for individuals who are highly connected in their professional and personal networks and passionate about supporting immigrant students. In addition to Development Committee Member positions, EEF is hiring for a Governance Chair position, as well as general board members focused on event planning, communications, and community engagement.

General Board Responsibilities

All Development Committee Members also serve as EEF Board Members and take on the following organization-wide responsibilities. Total estimated volunteer commitment is 15-20 hours per month.

• Mission Stewardship: Uphold and advance the mission of EEF, helping define strategies and voting on essential board business.
• Meeting Attendance: Participate in quarterly in-person board meetings in the DMV area.
• Engagement: Take part in EEF events, committee meetings, working sessions, and other organizational activities.
• Fundraising Commitment: Contribute to EEF’s fundraising goals through personal giving and network engagement (board members commit to at least $50/month, or $20/month for board members under 30).
• Ambassadorship: Serve as a representative of EEF in the community, helping increase visibility and impact.

General Board Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Self-driven, entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to lead and execute hands-on activities
• Strong collaboration skills; effective team builder and empathetic team participant
• Familiarity with social impact, immigrant rights, education equity, or related fields
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Availability for in-person participation within the DMV area
• Experience in revenue generation and donations

Development Committee–Specific Responsibilities

Development Committee-specific responsibilities include:

• 40% Donor Stewardship
  • Steward and grow Sustaining Supporters (monthly donor) program
  • Thank current donors, organize “thank you” campaigns for board, alumni, volunteers to participate in
  • Strengthen connections between scholars and supporters
  • Liaise with Communications and Programs Directors on impact storytelling
• 40% Develop and Lead Friends of EEF initiative
  • Develop an initiative to more deeply engage long-term donors who will leverage their networks to enhance EEF’s annual fundraising
• 20% General Board Responsibilities
  • Meet general board responsibilities
  • Promote giving opportunities and campaigns to your network
  • Monitor and report on fundraising initiatives

Benefits

• Play a leadership role in advancing educational and professional opportunities for immigrant students in the DC metro area
• Become part of a diverse, mission-driven community of professionals
• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit governance, fundraising, and program oversight
• Contribute meaningfully to a growing, high-impact organization