Development Coordinator

Development CoordinatorLocation: New York, NYReports To: VP of DevelopmentPosition OverviewFirst Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to support the organization’s fundraising operations, donor engagement, and event logistics. This role plays an important part in ensuring smooth day-to-day development activities and maintaining strong relationships with donors and partners.The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with excellent communication and administrative skills who is passionate about supporting underserved youth and first responder families.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelopment & Donor SupportSupport donor stewardship activities, including thank-you letters, acknowledgements, and follow-up communications.Assist with donor and partner outreach, scheduling meetings, and coordinating calendars.Maintain accurate donor records and gift entries within the CRM system.Assist with tracking donations, sponsorships, and fundraising campaigns.Conduct basic prospect research and support donor pipeline tracking.Administrative & Operational SupportAssist with day-to-day development operations and team coordination.Prepare donor materials, sponsorship packets, presentations, and reports.Support database management, reporting, and data accuracy.Coordinate mailings, donor gifts, and event-related shipments.Assist in maintaining inventory of FRCF-branded materials and supplies.Event SupportAssist with planning and execution of fundraising and program-related events.Help manage invitations, RSVPs, attendee tracking, and event logistics.Prepare event materials, signage, and donor packets.Provide on-site support at events as needed.Qualifications1–3 years of administrative, nonprofit, development, or coordinator experience preferred.Strong organizational and multitasking skills.Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.Experience with donor databases or CRMs preferred.Familiarity with Canva, Excel, or fundraising platforms is a plus.Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Passion for supporting first responder families.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting nonprofit events or donor relations.Familiarity with Bloomerang or DonorBox.Experience handling logistics and inventory coordination.Additional InformationSome evening or weekend event support may be required.Occasional local travel for events and partner engagements.First Responders Children’s Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.