Offer summary

Qualifications:

Strong written communication skills., Basic understanding of grant writing and fundraising., Ability to work independently and as part of a team., Enrolled in or recent graduate of a relevant educational program..

Key responsibilities:

Assist with planning and executing grant applications.

Create newsletters for donors.

Research and update the grants calendar.

Support donor stewardship activities.

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. And people like you help Make-A-Wish® bring lasting, positive change into the lives of kids with critical illnesses. Your support makes it possible for us to grant their wishes, giving them a reason to stay strong through treatments and to believe in the promise of a better future. Make-A-Wish Alabama is one of 62 federated chapters of Make-A-Wish America. Our mission is carried out on the local level – right here in Alabama, where we have granted more than 600 wishes since becoming a chapter in 2012. Our office is located in Birmingham, Alabama, and wishes are granted to children in all 67 counties in the state.

Job description

Description

Assist the Development team with the planning and execution of Make-A-Wish Alabama grants, stewardship program, individual giving and corporate alliances.

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