Development Coordinator

Story Stitchers empowers youth and strengthens community through storytelling and creative expression. We are seeking a hands-on, people centered Development Coordinator to support our fundraising, donor relations, campaigns, storytelling, and community engagement efforts. This role ensures that every gift is acknowledged, every donor feels valued, and every story of impact is captured.

Donor Care + Data Stewardship: Process gifts, maintain CRM records, prepare personalized acknowledgments, generate reports, reconcile with the Administrative Assistant, and support grant reporting.

Campaign + Event Support: Manage registrations, track expenses, assist with logistics, and ensure strong follow-up for donors and partners.

Storytelling, Writing, + Research: Support newsletters, blogs, email campaigns, success stories, case studies, and grant narratives.

Digital + Community Presence: Assist with social media content, online presence, and engagement strategies using digital tools and CRM data.

Project + Program Support: Maintain calendars and workflows to coordinate staff follow-ups and track deadlines.

• Donors feel connected, seen, and appreciated.
• Data is accurate, organized, and actionable.
• Campaigns and events run smoothly with strong follow-through.
• Stories of youth impact are captured and shared.
• Systems steadily improve to support sustainable fundraising.

• 1–3 years in nonprofit support, data management, development, or communications.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
  CRM/database experience preferred.
• Clear, warm written, and verbal communication skills.
• Independent, collaborative, and mission focused.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; additional education is a plus.
• Willingness to support occasional evening/weekend events.

This role is a stepping stone into broader development and leadership responsibilities as the organization grows. This includes increased ownership of donor relationships, campaigns, and storytelling initiatives.

• Respect for youth voice, community knowledge, and creative expression.
• Care for relationships, not just transactions.
• Curiosity about how systems can serve people better.
• Alignment with Story Stitchers’ mission and equity-centered work.

Reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Administrative Assistant and program team.

• Resume
• Cover letter that speaks to why this role interests you and what draws you to work rooted in community and creative expression.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.