Nonprofit Development & Donor Outreach Specialist (Virtual / Remote)

Organization:

Boston Kitchen – A Boston-based nonprofit dedicated to providing food to school children through leveraging government as well as private funded funds.

Position Type:

Part-time to full-time, remote (flexible hours, with potential to grow)

Position Overview:

Boston Kitchen is seeking a self-motivated, proactive, and experienced Development & Donor Outreach Specialist to drive our fundraising initiatives. This role is critical for expanding our impact by building relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations, and by scheduling and managing high-value donor meetings. The ideal candidate is a leader, a doer, and an independent problem-solver who thrives on taking initiative and producing tangible results.

Key Responsibilities:

Prospecting & Research: Identify potential donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors aligned with Boston Kitchen’s mission.

Outreach & Engagement: Initiate contact via email, phone, and social media; craft compelling messages to secure donor interest and meetings.

Meeting Coordination: Schedule and manage donor meetings, including preparation of materials and follow-up communications.

Donor Relationship Management: Track communications, update donor CRM systems (Bloomerang, DonorPerfect, Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud, or similar), and maintain accurate records of donor activity.

Proposal & Materials Support: Assist in drafting proposals, one-pagers, and donor impact reports.

Independent Initiative: Develop strategies for donor engagement, identify opportunities for growth, and implement solutions with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor development, or foundation relations

Proven track record of prospecting donors and scheduling high-level meetings

Strong knowledge of nonprofit CRM software (Bloomerang, DonorPerfect, Salesforce, etc.)

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Highly self-directed, organized, and results-oriented

Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Leadership qualities: able to identify opportunities, take action, and see projects through

Preferred Skills:

Experience with grant research and proposal drafting

Comfort working with corporate and foundation donors

Understanding of food insecurity, SNAP/WIC programs, or community-based nonprofit programs

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rate or salary, commensurate with experience

Flexible schedule, primarily remote

Opportunity to grow within the organization as Boston Kitchen expands

How to Apply:

Submit a resume and cover letter highlighting prior experience in donor prospecting, meeting setup, and nonprofit development.

Include examples of successful donor engagement or meetings arranged in previous roles.