Digital Fundraising Manager (Remote)

Job description

Fundraising Manager (Volunteer)

Organization: A Free Bird | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10-15 hours per week | Minimum 6-month commitment

About Us

A Free Bird is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children diagnosed with cancer through artistic expression. Through programs in art, music, writing, and more, we provide children with a creative outlet to support healing, confidence, and self-expression.

Position Overview

The Fundraising Manager plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s growth and sustainability by managing donor relationships, coordinating fundraising efforts, and maintaining donor communications.

This role involves working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to strengthen donor engagement, support fundraising campaigns, and ensure consistent communication with sponsors and contributors.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, update, and maintain donor and sponsor databases
• Communicate regularly with donors, sponsors, and strategic partners via email, phone, and other channels
• Coordinate outreach efforts to engage current and prospective donors
• Ensure timely acknowledgment of donations, including sending thank-you letters and receipts in accordance with organizational policies
• Support the planning and execution of fundraising initiatives and events (virtual and remote)
• Collaborate with team members to develop fundraising materials such as newsletters, brochures, reports, and campaign content
• Track donor engagement and contributions to support reporting and relationship management
• Assist in identifying new fundraising opportunities and strategies to increase support

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, communications, or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
• Experience with donor databases, CRM systems, or outreach tools is a plus

Additional Information

• Minimum three-month commitment required
• 5–10 hours per week (based on role level)
• Fully remote position
• Must have access to a computer and reliable internet
• Availability for periodic phone or video meetings required

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief note of interest to hr@afreebird.org with the subject line:

Fundraising Manager Application – A Free Bird