Development Assistant; Grants & Donor Relations
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
PR / Communications, Fundraising / Charity
Description
The Southern District YMCA is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and mission-driven Development Assistant to support the growth of philanthropy across the organization. This position plays an important role in helping the YMCA secure grant funding while providing administrative support for donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, and development operations.
Working closely with the Director of Development and Marketing, the Development Coordinator helps manage the grant lifecycle—from researching opportunities and preparing applications to tracking awards and completing reports. The position also supports donor database management, fundraising communications, stewardship activities, events, and department administration.
This is an excellent full-time opportunity for someone who enjoys a balance of project coordination, relationship building, and administrative work while making a meaningful impact in the community.
OPTIONAL BENEFITS- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 403b Savings Account
- Roth Savings Account
- Free YMCA family membership with program discounts
- Generous PTO plan
- 1 Floating Day Off per quarter
- 401(a) Plan after 1 year (the Y will match 10% of your earnings)
- Group Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Development Training
- Maintain and support the donor database (Bloomerang), ensuring accurate donor records and gift documentation.
- Generate donor lists, reports, mailing lists, and fundraising data as needed.
- Coordinate donor acknowledgements, thank-you letters, and stewardship communications.
- Assist with annual fundraising campaigns, appeals, and donor communications.
- Coordinate development calendars, project timelines, and stewardship activities.
- Assist in planning and executing donor recognition events and cultivation activities.
- Work collaboratively with program staff to collect impact stories, participant data, financial information, and program outcomes.
- Prepare reports and administrative materials for the Development Director, CEO, and Board committees.
- Assist with donor newsletters and other development communications.
- Provide general administrative support to the Development Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Research prospective government, corporate, foundation, and community grant opportunities that align with YMCA priorities.
- Maintain the organization's grants calendar, ensuring deadlines for applications and reports are met.
- Prepare, write, edit, and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate with program and finance staff to gather required information for applications and reports.
- Prepare grant award documentation and maintain complete grant records within Bloomerang.
- Monitor grant deliverables and reporting requirements to ensure compliance.
- Assist in developing compelling narratives that communicate the YMCA's community impact.
- Track grant outcomes and provide regular status updates to the Director of Development.
- The ideal candidate will be:
- Highly organized and dependable with exceptional attention to detail.
- An excellent writer who can communicate compelling stories with accuracy and professionalism.
- Curious and resourceful in researching funding opportunities and solving problems.
- Collaborative and able to build positive working relationships across departments.
- Customer-service oriented when interacting with donors, volunteers, community partners, and staff.
- Able to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working independently while…
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