Fundraising Intern

About the Role

The Fundraising Intern will support the Foundation’s development and outreach efforts. This role is hybrid, based in Columbia, SC.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with donor research, data entry, and maintenance of fundraising records and contact lists.
• Help draft donor communications.
• Prepare sponsorship and grant materials.
• Track donations and acknowledgements.
• Support fundraising campaigns and events for initiatives like Carolina Cares and the Poston Preserve.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers on corporate sponsorship outreach, grant prospecting, and stewardship activities.
• Gain hands-on experience in development work.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong written and verbal communication skills: ability to draft clear emails, donor letters, and outreach materials.
• Basic research and data-entry skills: comfort working with spreadsheets, donor databases, or CRM tools.
• Strong organization and time-management abilities: attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping and follow-up.
• Comfort engaging with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners in a professional, respectful, and inclusive manner.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment, attending on-site activities in Columbia, SC as needed.
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Google Workspace or Microsoft Office).
• Familiarity with social media or digital outreach is a plus.

Qualifications

• Interest in nonprofit fundraising, philanthropy, and community impact, especially related to direct aid, historic preservation, and local partnerships.
• Current student or recent graduate in a relevant field (such as nonprofit management).