Database and development administrator
Posted July 13, 2026
Issaquah Schools Foundation
Location: Issaquah, WA
Salary: $27 hourly, 25 hours weekly
About Issaquah Schools Foundation
Founded in 1987, the Issaquah Schools Foundation (ISF) is an independent nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that raises funds to provide educational programming for the over 19,000 students across the 27 schools in the Issaquah, WA School District. Since its inception, ISF has raised over $30 million for Issaquah School District students, providing critical funding that opens doors to opportunities, allowing students to truly see what is possible as they launch into their futures. Learn more at www.ISFDN.org.
About the role
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Database and Development Administrator will be primarily responsible for supporting the execution of a fundraising plan to meet the revenue goals of the organization. You will support the work of the Development team in the areas of database management, data reporting, gift processing, donor strategy and communications, and general development support responsibilities. Your work will help us to develop and execute a data-driven and strategic fundraising plan, deliver an exceptional donor acknowledgement experience, and identify and track key performance metrics indicating health of our donor stewardship efforts. If you have strong attention to detail and superb follow-thru skills and are interested in being part of a passionate, collaborative team dedicated to creating opportunity for public school students PreK through graduation, this role may be an excellent fit for you.
Key Responsibilities for Database and Development Administrator
- Manage all aspects of our Donor Relationship Management database (currently Donor Perfect)
- Organize data and records to prepare reports as requested
- Collaborate with the Development Manager on the creation and dissemination of monthly Health of the Donor dashboard, identifying relevant data and creating reports to deliver it
- Manage all data aspects of annual Nourish Every Mind fundraiser, including registration, donation form creation, donation entry and reporting
- Make recommendations on the best ways to utilize donor data to achieve operational goals
- Maintain Constant Contact email database
- Collaborate with Operations Manager on month- and year-end financial reconciliations and reporting
- Assist in Volunteer database maintenance and outreach
- Support the Development team in the creation of written materials as needed
- Flexibility required
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants can submit resumes and inquiries to hr@isfdn.org
Read full descriptionDirector of Philanthropy
Posted June 29, 2026
Educate Fairfax
Location: Fairfax, VA
Salary: $100,000–$125,000, commensurate with experience and demonstrated fundraising success.
About Educate Fairfax
Educate Fairfax is the official 501(c)(3) nonprofit education foundation supporting Fairfax County Public
Schools (FCPS). Through partnerships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and community
organizations, Educate Fairfax mobilizes private support to expand
opportunities, remove barriers to learning, and strengthen student
success.
About the role
Educate Fairfax seeks a highly connected, strategic, and relationship-driven Director of
Philanthropy to lead the organization's fundraising and philanthropic engagement efforts.
Reporting to the Executive Director, this senior leadership role is responsible for growing
philanthropic investment, strengthening donor relationships, and expanding Educate Fairfax's
visibility and impact throughout Northern Virginia.
Key Responsibilities for Director of Philanthropy
- Develop and execute a comprehensive philanthropy strategy aligned with Educate
Fairfax's mission, strategic priorities, and organizational growth goals. - Build and sustain a diversified fundraising program that includes major and principal
gifts, corporate partnerships and sponsorships, foundation support, planned giving,
endowment development, grants, and annual and strategic fundraising initiatives. - Utilize fundraising analytics, prospect research, donor insights, and wealth screening to
identify opportunities and strengthen the donor pipeline. - Develop cultivation and solicitation strategies and prepare compelling proposals, cases
for support, impact reports, and donor communications. - Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, corporations, foundations, business
leaders, philanthropic advisors, alumni, volunteers, and community partners. - Partner with donors and advisors to structure transformative giving opportunities,
including donor-advised funds, stock gifts, planned gifts, and endowment contributions. - Secure philanthropic support for Educate Fairfax programs, initiatives, events, and
strategic priorities while aligning opportunities with FCPS needs. - Serve as a visible ambassador for Educate Fairfax throughout Northern Virginia and
represent the organization at meetings, events, and community gatherings. - Lead and support the Development/Fundraising Committee and equip board members
to strengthen fundraising, donor engagement, and philanthropic advocacy. - Partner with Marketing & Communications and organizational staff to advance donor
stewardship, recognition, impact storytelling, and a culture of philanthropy. - Ensure effective use of CRM systems, donor management platforms, and fundraising
technology to track donor relationships, engagement, fundraising activity, and
outcomes. - Monitor fundraising performance and prepare reports, dashboards, and updates for the
Executive Director, Board of Directors, donors, and stakeholders to support
decision-making and organizational growth. - Ensure compliance with organizational policies, gift acceptance practices, donor intent,
and applicable fundraising regulations and standards - Perform other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Submit a resume and cover letter to: jobs@educatefairfax.org by July 5, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Read full descriptionPart-time Finance and Gift Administrator
Posted June 29, 2026
Educate Fairfax
Location: Fairfax, VA
Salary: $38,000–$42,000 annually (20 hours/week) commensurate with experience.
About Educate Fairfax
Educate Fairfax is the official 501(c)(3) nonprofit education foundation supporting Fairfax County Public
Schools (FCPS). Through partnerships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and community
organizations, Educate Fairfax mobilizes private support to expand opportunities, remove barriers to learning, and strengthen student success.
About the role
The Finance & Gift Administration Specialist serves as the primary staff member for gift
administration, CRM management, donor acknowledgments, financial recordkeeping, scholarship and
grant disbursements, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative nonprofit
environment and is committed to operational excellence, accountability, and strong donor stewardship.
Key Responsibilities for Fundraising and Gifts Administrator
- Process and record charitable gifts, including online donations, checks, ACH payments, grants,
sponsorships, donor-advised fund contributions, stock gifts, and in-kind donations. - Manage and maintain accurate donor, gift, pledge, fund, scholarship, and constituent records
within donor management and financial systems. - Ensure proper gift coding, donor restrictions, fund designation, supporting documentation, and
compliance with donor intent. - Oversee donor acknowledgments, tax receipts, stewardship documentation, and related donor
communications to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations. - Administer tracking of endowed funds, stock gifts, planned gifts, scholarships, grants, and other
philanthropic transactions. - Assist with account reconciliations, QuickBooks Online administration, financial record
maintenance, and routine financial reporting. - Coordinate invoices, payments, vendor documentation, disbursements, and related
administrative financial processes. - Track expenditures and funding utilization across scholarships, grants, donor-funded initiatives,
and organizational programs, and prepare related reports. - Support annual audit preparation by organizing financial records, schedules, supporting
documentation, and serving as a liaison with external service providers. - Collaborate with Development, Programs, Marketing, internal (FCPS), and external partners to maintain accurate financial, donor, and program records while supporting organizational
accountability and operational excellence. - Perform additional duties as assigned.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Submit a resume and cover letter to: jobs@educatefairfax.org by July 5, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Read full descriptionDirector of development
Posted June 12, 2026
Five Star Education Foundation
Location: Thornton, CO
Salary: $90,000 - $105,000
The Director of Development is a key leadership position responsible for designing, leading, and implementing a comprehensive fundraising and donor engagement strategy for the Foundation. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role will lead efforts to grow revenue through corporate partnerships, grants, individual giving, sponsorships, and community engagement initiatives. The position also provides supervision and leadership to assigned staff and volunteers supporting development and fundraising activities, while ensuring alignment across grant strategy, reporting, and development operations.
The ideal candidate is both strategic and execution-oriented, someone who can build authentic relationships, manage multiple fundraising priorities, analyze results, and inspire donors and partners to invest in student success. This role requires a strong communicator, an organized project manager, and a passionate advocate for educational opportunity and community impact.
Key Responsibilities Fundraising Strategy & Leadership- Develop and implement a comprehensive annual development plan aligned with organizational priorities and fundraising goals
- Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to advance strategic fundraising initiatives and community partnerships
- Establish annual fundraising projections, campaign goals, and revenue tracking systems
- Analyze fundraising performance and donor engagement data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth
- Support long-term sustainability efforts, including major gifts and planned giving initiatives
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply here
Read full descriptionExecutive Director
Posted June 12, 2026
Blaine County Education Foundation
Location: Hailey, ID
Salary: $85,000 - $105,000
This position is full-time with a flexible schedule. The ED will spend at least 15 hours per week
working in the BCEF office. Aside from these required office hours, the ED may work from home, in a remote office, or in the field (for example, in meetings at schools or with partner organizations). The ED is required to attend all BoD meetings and BCEF events (some of which occur during evenings and weekends). The ED will serve as the liaison to the BCSD and parent/teacher organizations.
- Lead BCEF through a strategic planning process within the first 12-18 months of employment. The strategic plan will be revisited every 5 years
- Develop and oversee fundraising goals, strategies, efforts, and initiatives
- Cultivate new and steward existing donor relationships
- Manage BCEF donor database (e.g., DonorPerfect)
- Research and apply for appropriate grant opportunities
- Develop, manage and track annual budget and maintain accurate financial reports
- Guide the work of staff. Current staff includes one Operations Coordinator
- Annual staff reviews; address complaints and problems; hire, train, and terminate as necessary
- Guide the work of volunteers and contract employees, including recruiting and training
- Develop and retain an active and diverse BoD; guide BoD committee structure and work
- Prepare all monthly BoD meetings; host BoD orientation, training, and social events
- Serve as the primary contact and administrator for all BCEF programs; develop, facilitate, and grow efficient and well-coordinated programs and supporting events
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send application, cover letter, resume, and any questions to: BCEFcareers@gmail.com
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