ServingSchools · 1 month ago
Part-Time Fundraising and Communications Consultant
Portland, ME
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expServingSchools is seeking a part-time Fundraising and Communications Associate for the Can We? project, a civic engagement program aimed at fostering thoughtful dialogue among students. The Associate will be responsible for managing donor relations, coordinating fundraising efforts, and enhancing the visibility of the program.
Education
Responsibilities
Manage donor cultivation and stewardship activities, including correspondence, thank-you notes, and follow-up
Coordinate annual appeals and modest program-related fundraising events
Conduct basic grant research and assist in preparing proposals and reports
Maintain fundraising calendar and donor records specific to the Can We? project
Support cultivation of 3–5 lead donors and renewed foundation partners
Draft and distribute regular donor communications, newsletters, and updates highlighting program impact
Collaborate with project leadership to develop fundraising materials (case statements, impact stories, appeals)
Assist with public-facing messaging that positions Can We? as a model of civic engagement
Serve as a staff liaison to the Sustainability Working Group, providing continuity and documentation
Track and report on fundraising progress toward two-year and long-term goals
Provide general administrative support as needed to advance fundraising and communications objectives
Qualification
Required
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft compelling donor messaging
Familiarity with grant research and basic proposal writing
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort working both independently and collaboratively in a small-team environment
Commitment to the mission of Can We? and to civic engagement, dialogue, and inclusivity
Preferred
Demonstrated experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit communications (2+ years preferred)
Company
ServingSchools
ServingSchools is an online marketplace providing schools, agencies and job seekers a fast and easy way to find each other.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase