York Street Project
Helping women, children, and families break the cycle of poverty since 1989.
Full‑Time | On‑Site/Hybrid
About York Street Project York Street Project disrupts the cycle of poverty by providing housing, education, childcare, and life‑skills training to women and children in Jersey City. Through interconnected, wrap‑around programs, we empower families to build lasting stability. As we expand our community of supporters, we are seeking a relationship‑centered
Annual Fund Manager
to help deepen donor engagement and grow philanthropic investment.
Position Summary The
Annual Fund Manager
leads all aspects of York Street Project’s annual giving program and plays a central role in stewarding and expanding our base of individual donors. This role includes direct donor interaction, managing a portfolio of annual donors (generally up to $2,500), conducting cultivation and stewardship outreach, managing monetary third‑party fundraising activities, and occasionally representing the organization at events, meetings, and donor gatherings. Additionally, the Annual Fund Manager oversees all annual appeals (print and digital), donor communications, newsletters, “investor reports,” and cultivation events—including trustee‑hosted engagement opportunities. This position offers significant professional growth for someone early in their development career and is ideal for a strong communicator who thrives on building relationships, telling meaningful stories, and advancing a mission‑driven cause.
Key Responsibilities Annual Giving Strategy & Campaign Execution
Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fund strategy to increase donor revenue, retention, and engagement.
Lead all annual appeals, including but not limited to:
E‑appeals and digital fundraising series
Third‑party fundraising activities, including Giving Tuesday and peer‑to‑peer initiatives
Build and manage segmentation strategies to personalize communication and maximize donor response.
Manage a portfolio of annual fund donors, focusing on retention, upgrades, and long‑term engagement
Donor meetings (in‑person and virtual)
Personalized emails and calls
Stewardship touchpoints throughout the year
Identify prospects for increased giving and coordinate with leadership on cultivation strategies
Serve as a frontline representative of York Street Project, articulating mission impact with clarity and warmth
Manage and grow the HOPE Builders Program, a recurring giving program
Donor Communications & Content Development
Newsletters
Investors reports (more in-depth pieces on particular program areas produced quarterly)
Impact stories, program highlights, and donor testimonials
Ensure messaging reflects York Street Project’s values, impact, and brand identity.
Events & Donor Engagement Opportunities
Support and coordinate donor events, including:
Trustee‑hosted cultivation gatherings
Small‑group tours and mission‑focused conversations
Manage invitations, logistics, run‑of‑show materials, and follow‑up stewardship
Data, Reporting & Analytics
Maintain accurate donor information in the CRM to ensure timely gift processing and acknowledgment
Track annual giving results and prepare monthly reports and dashboards
Analyze donor trends to inform segmentation, retention strategies, and upgrade pathways
Collaboration & Organizational Support
Partner with the larger development team on integrated campaigns and storytelling
Collaborate with program staff to gather mission‑driven content and impact data
Support special event and fundraising planning in general as needed
Work closely with the Development Director to align annual fund initiatives with broader revenue goals
Qualifications
2–5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with specific experience in annual giving, donor relations, or individual giving preferred
Demonstrated success in direct donor interaction and portfolio management
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Experience with donor databases and digital fundraising tools
Strong event coordination and project management skills
Passion for York Street Project’s mission and commitment to social justice
Personal Attributes
Warm, engaging communicator who enjoys building relationships
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and data‑driven
Creative storyteller with strong emotional intelligence
Collaborative, proactive team player with a growth mindset
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About York Street Project York Street Project disrupts the cycle of poverty by providing housing, education, childcare, and life‑skills training to women and children in Jersey City. Through interconnected, wrap‑around programs, we empower families to build lasting stability. As we expand our community of supporters, we are seeking a relationship‑centered
Annual Fund Manager
to help deepen donor engagement and grow philanthropic investment.
Position Summary The
Annual Fund Manager
leads all aspects of York Street Project’s annual giving program and plays a central role in stewarding and expanding our base of individual donors. This role includes direct donor interaction, managing a portfolio of annual donors (generally up to $2,500), conducting cultivation and stewardship outreach, managing monetary third‑party fundraising activities, and occasionally representing the organization at events, meetings, and donor gatherings. Additionally, the Annual Fund Manager oversees all annual appeals (print and digital), donor communications, newsletters, “investor reports,” and cultivation events—including trustee‑hosted engagement opportunities. This position offers significant professional growth for someone early in their development career and is ideal for a strong communicator who thrives on building relationships, telling meaningful stories, and advancing a mission‑driven cause.
Key Responsibilities Annual Giving Strategy & Campaign Execution
Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fund strategy to increase donor revenue, retention, and engagement.
Lead all annual appeals, including but not limited to:
E‑appeals and digital fundraising series
Third‑party fundraising activities, including Giving Tuesday and peer‑to‑peer initiatives
Build and manage segmentation strategies to personalize communication and maximize donor response.
Manage a portfolio of annual fund donors, focusing on retention, upgrades, and long‑term engagement
Donor meetings (in‑person and virtual)
Personalized emails and calls
Stewardship touchpoints throughout the year
Identify prospects for increased giving and coordinate with leadership on cultivation strategies
Serve as a frontline representative of York Street Project, articulating mission impact with clarity and warmth
Manage and grow the HOPE Builders Program, a recurring giving program
Donor Communications & Content Development
Newsletters
Investors reports (more in-depth pieces on particular program areas produced quarterly)
Impact stories, program highlights, and donor testimonials
Ensure messaging reflects York Street Project’s values, impact, and brand identity.
Events & Donor Engagement Opportunities
Support and coordinate donor events, including:
Trustee‑hosted cultivation gatherings
Small‑group tours and mission‑focused conversations
Manage invitations, logistics, run‑of‑show materials, and follow‑up stewardship
Data, Reporting & Analytics
Maintain accurate donor information in the CRM to ensure timely gift processing and acknowledgment
Track annual giving results and prepare monthly reports and dashboards
Analyze donor trends to inform segmentation, retention strategies, and upgrade pathways
Collaboration & Organizational Support
Partner with the larger development team on integrated campaigns and storytelling
Collaborate with program staff to gather mission‑driven content and impact data
Support special event and fundraising planning in general as needed
Work closely with the Development Director to align annual fund initiatives with broader revenue goals
Qualifications
2–5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with specific experience in annual giving, donor relations, or individual giving preferred
Demonstrated success in direct donor interaction and portfolio management
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Experience with donor databases and digital fundraising tools
Strong event coordination and project management skills
Passion for York Street Project’s mission and commitment to social justice
Personal Attributes
Warm, engaging communicator who enjoys building relationships
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and data‑driven
Creative storyteller with strong emotional intelligence
Collaborative, proactive team player with a growth mindset
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