Development Associate

Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Discover a rewarding career where you can find both personal and professional fulfillment while aligning your values with your work. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by aiding individuals in overcoming addiction. We pride ourselves on being an organization that values you and strives to be an employer of choice, fostering a vibrant culture that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Your voice matters here; we actively listen to and value our employees' thoughts, allowing you to be part of organizational decisions.

Join Gateway Foundation today and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Plan and execute individual giving initiatives, including fall and spring appeals, peer to peer fundraising campaigns, donor journeys, tribute and recognition program, and donor engagement efforts.

Independently manage a portfolio of individual, corporate and foundation donors and support cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities in collaboration with the Development team.

Support corporate and foundation fundraising efforts, including prospect research, sponsorship outreach, grant application support, reporting and stewardship activities, and coordination with internal stakeholders to advance funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.

Collect, track, and organize in-kind donations for various departments through the Amazon Wish List

Oversee donor database by maintaining accurate records, donations, current contact info. Leverages insights to inform fundraising strategies and financial accounting.

Work with the Development and Events Coordinator to maintain and update annual calendar of events and programs, and other tracking mechanisms and software, utilized by the Development team.

Work with marketing team on development communications including donor newsletters, employee newsletters, social media posts, Google Ad grant and other materials as needed.

Oversee the Development Department’s role in the volunteer program in collaboration with Human

Resources, including coordinating development related volunteer activities, supporting corporate and group volunteer engagement, aligning volunteer efforts with fundraising and stewardship goals, and ensuring a positive volunteer experience.

Research and identify prospective new donors and proactively initiate sponsorship and funding ideas.

Coordinate and review financial processes related to development activities, ensuring alignment with budget and funding strategies.

Supports other projects and work of the development team as needed.

Develop and write/produce content for internal/external communications in conjunction with the development and marketing teams.

Assist with development events as needed.

2 years Non-Profit experience. Development, Communication, and Guest Service experience preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and database experience. Bloomerang experience preferred.

Must be available for evening and weekend functions.

Experience working with a diverse team and promoting a positive brand image.

Must possess effective communication, listening, and negotiation skills.

Experience with supporting large-scale events, programs, and fundraisers.

Strong organizational, presentation, and priority-setting skills.

Must be detail-oriented and be able to problem solve.

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions delivered in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.

Ability to learn and collaborate to bring…