Development Coordinator

Job Title: Development Coordinator

Department: Development

Reports to: Associate Development Director

Date: August 19, 2025

About Us:

At The Center, we’re confronting a crisis that’s quietly reshaping our world: the steady erosion of creativity. Generations of potential have already been lost, and the next is at even greater risk. That’s why we exist: to protect and nurture the imagination that drives human progress.

We believe creativity isn’t just for artists; it’s for everyone, at every age, in every walk of life. It’s how we discover new possibilities, solve our greatest challenges, and find meaning in the moments that matter. At The Center, we’re creating a new kind of home; one that invites curiosity, welcomes courageous ideas, and makes space for bold thinking and playful exploration.

Through immersive experiences, dynamic spaces, and inclusive systems, we empower people to express themselves fully and fearlessly. We’re rooted in community, but our reach is global, celebrating the spirit of our place while inviting the world to dream bigger with us.

We’re a team that values imagination as much as impact. We take creative risks, think generously, lead with empathy, and steward every opportunity with integrity. Whether you're a maker or a mentor, a late bloomer or just beginning, there's a place here for you to grow, connect, and reimagine what’s possible.

If you’re driven by purpose, fueled by curiosity, and ready to help shape a future where creativity thrives, we’d love for you to join us.

Job Summary:

The Development Coordinator provides critical operational support for The Center’s Development team, ensuring that prospect research, database administration, and donor record-keeping are accurate and efficient. This role enables the fundraising team to focus on donor engagement and revenue generation.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Manage the donor database, ensuring accurate entry, gift processing, and reporting.
2. Conduct prospect research to identify potential major donors, corporate sponsors, and grant opportunities.
3. Prepare donor profiles, briefings, and background materials for meetings and solicitations.
4. Generate regular fundraising reports for leadership and board members.
5. Prepares Friday weekly updates and spreadsheets for the goal.
6. Helps coordinate all administrative aspects of corporate and major gift solicitations, including research, spreadsheet tracking, etc.
7. Assists in managing information tracking processes regarding acknowledgement, recognition, and invoices.
8. Processes and manages all corporate grant agreements.
9. Manages Salesforce projects, surveys, record keeping, and processes for the development department.
10. Perform other duties as assigned to support all development department team members.
11. Assists with meeting and travel scheduling for development team members as needed.
12. Manages the organization's donor list.
13. Assists the team with note-taking and meeting materials as needed.
14. Will perform other duties as requested or required.

Education and Experience:

Qualified candidates will have the following education and kinds of professional experiences:

• 2+ years of development, research, or administrative experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.

Required Skills/Abilities

The successful Development coordinator will demonstrate the following skills and abilities.

• Proficiency in fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential donor information with discretion.
• Maintaining a professional demeanor and representing the organization with grace and integrity is fundamental to the role

• Proficiency in fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential donor information with discretion.
• Maintaining a professional demeanor and representing the organization with grace and integrity is fundamental to the role.