Philanthropy Intern

Philanthropy Intern (For-Credit Opportunity)

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses a state‑of‑the‑art, person‑centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma‑informed, evidence‑based services to children, adolescents, adults, and families across a range of modalities including outreach, specialized programs, mental health, school‑based therapy, substance use therapy, community‑based therapy, and outpatient care.

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Mission
- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, women, veterans, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution-Oriented: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap that leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

Newport Mental Health, a leading community mental health organization committed to transforming lives and fostering well‑being, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Philanthropy Intern to join our Philanthropy Department. This internship provides a hands‑on learning experience supporting donor engagement, fundraising, community partnerships, and philanthropic initiatives.

The Philanthropy Intern will gain practical experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor stewardship, event planning, community outreach, and relationship management while contributing to the sustainability of a mission‑driven organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn how philanthropy supports behavioral health services and strengthens community impact.

• Assist with donor stewardship initiatives, including preparing acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and donor recognition materials
• Support fundraising events by assisting with planning, logistics, volunteer coordination, sponsorship outreach, and event‑day operations
• Research prospective individual, corporate, and foundation donors to support fundraising strategies
• Assist with community outreach by identifying partnership opportunities with local businesses, civic organizations, schools, and community groups
• Support the development of marketing materials, presentations, newsletters, and social media content that highlight the organization’s mission and community impact
• Assist with maintaining donor records, event tracking, and other administrative tasks within the organization’s fundraising database

• Develop leadership, professional communication, and relationship‑building skills within a nonprofit behavioral health organization
• Gain experience in nonprofit fundraising, philanthropy, donor stewardship, and community engagement
• Learn how fundraising events, donor communications, and community partnerships support organizational sustainability
• Build an understanding of nonprofit operations, strategic planning, and behavioral health services

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Interest in behavioral health, public health, nonprofit management, philanthropy, fundraising, or related fields
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Cultural humility, professionalism, and commitment to confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace; familiarity with donor databases, Canva, or social media platforms is a plus

• Enrolled in a university or college program (junior or senior level preferred) in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, public relations, public health, behavioral sciences, human services, business, or a related field

• Experience working with vulnerable populations
• Research or academic writing experience
• Customer service, fundraising, or administrative experience

• Access to reliable transportation if required for on‑site activities
• Access to secure video conferencing and/or phone capabilities for remote work
• Background check may be required

Training, mentorship, and supervision will be provided throughout the internship.

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.