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Development Manager: Fundraising & Partnerships
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Descripción
About GAP School
Green Adventure Project School (GAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit outdoor, experiential learning community in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our mission is to provide hands-on learning and transformative experiences that foster resilience, curiosity, and a lifelong commitment to stewardship and sustainability.
As a growing school with a strong and engaged community, GAP School is ready to expand its impact. We are seeking a relationship-driven fundraiser to help build and strengthen our development efforts.
Position Overview
The Development Manager will play a key role in growing GAP School’s fundraising efforts by building relationships with donors, securing grant funding, and supporting a sustainable development strategy.
This is a high-impact, part-time role ideal for someone who enjoys both strategy and execution, and is excited to help grow a mission-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Donor Development (40–45%)
- Develop and implement a fundraising strategy across individual donors, foundations, and community partners
- Build and manage a pipeline of prospective donors (identify, cultivate, solicit, steward)
- Partner with leadership and board members to expand donor networks and engagement
Grants & Institutional Funding (20–25%)
- Research and pursue grant opportunities aligned with GAP School’s mission
- Write and submit compelling grant proposals and reports
- Manage relationships with foundation partners
Campaigns, Events & Communications (20–25%)
- Support and strengthen fundraising campaigns and events
- Develop donor-facing materials including emails, proposals, and impact updates
- Collaborate with leadership to tell GAP’s story in a compelling and authentic way
Systems & Tracking (10%)
- Maintain donor records and track contributions, communications, and outcomes
- Use simple systems to support organization and inform strategy
What Success Looks Like (Year One)
- A clear and actionable fundraising plan is established
- A growing pipeline of engaged donors and prospects
- Increased donor engagement and retention
- New grant funding secured
- Improved systems for tracking and communication
Qualifications
- Experience in fundraising, development, nonprofit advancement, or related field
- Demonstrated success securing gifts from individuals and/or foundations
- Strong writing skills, particularly in grant writing and donor communications
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in a small or growing nonprofit
- Background in education, outdoor programs, or youth development
- Familiarity with donor tracking systems (CRM or equivalent tools)
Compensación
- Approximately 10–20 hours per week (flexible schedule)
- Opportunity for role growth as fundraising efforts expand
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Application Requirements
Please submit:
Brief cover letter (1 page or less) describing your interest in this role and relevant experience
Short responses (2–4 paragraphs each) to the following:
- What draws you to Green Adventure Project School and this opportunity?
- Tell us about a time you successfully built or strengthened a donor, community, or strategic partnership relationship. What was your role?
- This is a part-time, entrepreneurial role in a growing nonprofit organization. What appeals to you about that structure?
Optional: Relevant writing sample (donor communication, grant excerpt, campaign email, partnership outreach, newsletter, or similar)
