We're Hiring a Development Associate. Join Fraser, Ltd. and help advance our mission by building relationships, engaging donors, coordinating special events, and expanding community support for the children, youth, and adults we serve. In this role, you'll work closely with leadership, marketing, volunteers, donors, businesses, and community partners to strengthen fundraising efforts and increase awareness of Fraser's impact.
What You'll Do:
Fundraising & Donor Relations
Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors
Meet annual fundraising goals through donor engagement and stewardship
Identify prospective donors and build strategies to expand support
Coordinate donor communications, acknowledgements, and ongoing engagement efforts
Assist with major gift cultivation and donor development strategies
Maintain regular contact with assigned donors and prospects
Community Outreach & Partnerships
Build relationships with businesses, community organizations, and corporate partners
Represent Fraser, Ltd. at community events, networking opportunities, and public functions
Develop partnerships that increase awareness and support for Fraser's programs
Collaborate with community stakeholders to identify fundraising and sponsorship opportunities
Special Events & Volunteer Engagement
Coordinate fundraising events and special projects, including Festival of Trees and other agency events
Assist with event planning, sponsorship recruitment, logistics, and volunteer coordination
Support volunteer recruitment, engagement, and recognition efforts
Help ensure successful execution of fundraising and community engagement activities
Grant & Funding Support
Research potential grant opportunities and funding sources
Assist with grant prospecting and foundation outreach
Collaborate with leadership and grant-writing efforts to support organizational funding goals
Identify opportunities for in-kind donations and community support
Reporting & Administration
Record donations and ensure donor acknowledgements are completed according to agency policy
Maintain accurate donor records and database information
Track fundraising activities, donor engagement, and progress toward goals
Assist with monthly and quarterly fundraising reports and analysis
What You Bring:
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in fundraising, donor relations, community outreach, or related fields preferred
Strong relationship-building and networking skills
Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking abilities
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Experience coordinating events, volunteers, or community partnerships preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor database software
Valid driver's license required
What We Offer:
Employer-paid health and dental insurance (single coverage)
Generous PTO
8% retirement match
Monthly Aflac benefit
Employee perks and discounts
A purpose-driven culture where your work makes a real impact
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Fargo, ND
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