EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING INTERN

Events And Fundraising Intern

TrainingGrounds is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located inside the Sojourner Truth Neighborhood Center in New Orleans. Our mission is to increase early childhood outcomes by providing rich learning opportunities for children, parents, caregivers and educators.

To fulfill this mission, TrainingGrounds operates the We PLAY Center. A free play space for caregivers and children who currently do not have access to quality early childhood learning centers or experiences. The Center provides low to middle-income families with children from birth to age three with a nurturing and supportive learning environment. During play sessions, parent educators model appropriate adult/child interactions for parents and facilitate learning opportunities for children that stimulate brain development and foster social emotional, language, cognitive and school readiness skills. Through the We PLAY Center, caregivers and children both develop competence and confidence that contribute to the child's success in school and beyond.

Job Description

This is an entry level unpaid position. TrainingGrounds is a non-profit organization and is funded primarily through grants and a number of key supporters but is working to diversify its funding by increasing private foundations, individual donors, and corporate support. Intern is responsible for assisting in the organization of fundraising activities, special events, social media strategies, and marketing strategies.

• Part Time: 10-15 hour per week

• Application Deadline: ongoing

• Start Date: immediately

• Compensation: unpaid; college credit

• Length of Engagement: summer, fall and/or spring semesters

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Generate acknowledgement letters to contacts

• Send out fundraising mailings to existing and potential targets via online systems

• Assist in researching potential donors

• Enter data into database

• Supporting staff with logistics associated with special events (such as GiveNOLA Day) including assisting with the creation of invitation list, all logistics, soliciting sponsors, communicating with venue and vendors

• Assist in front house duties at special events (i.e. setting up, program distribution, greeting, etc.)

Education And Experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and able to learn new programs quickly

• Access to a computer with Internet

• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Some flexible in-person meetings may be required and will be scheduled with advance notice

Qualifications

• Previous nonprofit experience and/or coursework in fundraising, nonprofit management, or marketing and communication preferred

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to use time and resources effectively to meet job requirements

• Should be organized, self-motivated, and a team player

• Must have strong skills in the following: verbal/written communication, computer applications (ex. Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Drive)

To Apply

In order to be considered, please submit the following items to View email address on click.appcast.io:

1. Your resume

2. A cover letter explaining why you are interested in the internship with TrainingGrounds, what skills you would bring, and why you would be a great member of the team