Job Description
Job Description
Development & Fundraising Leadership Fellow
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Position Type: Leadership Fellowship
Schedule: Flexible — approximately 2–7 hours per week
Work Arrangement: Remote/Hybrid with occasional Boston-based activities
Cohort: Fall 2026
Compensation: Unpaid Leadership Fellowship / Academic Credit Eligible
Overview
RISE Foundation is seeking an ambitious and relationship-oriented Development & Fundraising Leadership Fellow to support the organization's fundraising, donor engagement, development, and resource-development initiatives.
This fellowship provides emerging leaders with hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor research, campaign development, sponsorships, and philanthropic partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development and fundraising strategy.
- Research prospective donors, foundations, corporations, and sponsors.
- Assist with fundraising campaigns.
- Support donor communications and stewardship.
- Assist with sponsorship research and outreach.
- Help prepare fundraising presentations and materials.
- Research philanthropic trends and opportunities.
- Support fundraising events.
- Assist with donor and prospect databases.
- Track fundraising activities and opportunities.
- Collaborate with Grants & Contracts, Marketing & Media, Finance, and executive leadership.
- Assist with special development projects.
Leadership Opportunities
Fellows may have opportunities to:
- Lead a donor research project.
- Support a fundraising campaign.
- Develop sponsorship materials.
- Coordinate fundraising events.
- Present fundraising recommendations to leadership.
- Coordinate Development Interns on assigned projects.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college, university, or professional program.
- Interest in nonprofit development, fundraising, business, communications, marketing, or philanthropy.
- Strong communication and research skills.
- Professionalism and relationship-building ability.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Comfortable working with confidential information.
Previous fundraising experience is not required.
What You'll Gain
- Nonprofit fundraising experience.
- Donor research and relationship-management skills.
- Development strategy experience.
- Exposure to philanthropic partnerships.
- Professional mentorship and networking.
- Leadership and project-management experience.
\nCompany Description
RISE Foundation is a mission-driven organization dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for young people and strengthening communities. We bring together passionate individuals who want to make an impact, develop their skills, and contribute to work that matters. Through collaboration, leadership development, education, service, and community engagement, RISE provides opportunities for people to grow while helping others rise.
Company Description
RISE Foundation is a mission-driven organization dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for young people and strengthening communities. We bring together passionate individuals who want to make an impact, develop their skills, and contribute to work that matters. Through collaboration, leadership development, education, service, and community engagement, RISE provides opportunities for people to grow while helping others rise.