KAP 2026-2027 - Development Associate - Young Voices
Stand Together, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
About Young Voices
Young Voices identifies, develops, and promotes the next generation of pro-liberty communicators in policy, journalism, and academia. Founded in 2013, we operate a talent pipeline that takes early-career writers and turns them into nationally recognized voices. In 2025, Young Voices secured over 2,100 media placements across outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, BBC, Fox News, and Politico, reaching an audience of more than 150 million. Our programs include the Contributor Program, the Dissident Project, and a growing set of initiatives designed to shape the national conversation around freedom.
About the Role
Young Voices is seeking a Development Associate to support and expand the organization’s fundraising efforts.
The Development Associate will work closely with the Director of Development to execute fundraising strategy, manage donor communications, and build a strong pipeline of supporters. This role will have direct responsibility for prospecting, grant writing, direct mail, and managing a portfolio of donors.
This is an in‑person role based in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
Work with the Director of Development to implement an integrated fundraising strategy and annual development plans to enlist the partnership of supporters
Research and qualify donor prospects, including individuals, foundations, and partner organizations
Manage and grow a portfolio of donors through consistent outreach, stewardship, and follow‑up
Write and design donor communications, including email newsletters, reports, direct mail appeals, grant proposals, and thank‑you correspondence
Lead execution of direct mail campaigns, including drafting, segmentation, and coordination of sends
Draft and manage grant applications, reports, and supporting materials for foundation partners
Assist with events for Young Voices’ stakeholders, including writers, alumni, donors, and partners
Pursue collaborative partnerships and projects with other nonprofits and foundations in return for financial support (e.g., fellowships, policy briefings)
Requirements
0–3+ years of experience in fundraising, development, sales, or a related field
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and persuasively
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort with donor‑facing communication
Alignment with the mission of Young Voices
Preferred
Experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot)
Experience with prospect research or wealth screening tools
Experience with direct mail or grant writing
$50,000 – $60,000 a year
Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Young Voices identifies, develops, and promotes the next generation of pro-liberty communicators in policy, journalism, and academia. Founded in 2013, we operate a talent pipeline that takes early-career writers and turns them into nationally recognized voices. In 2025, Young Voices secured over 2,100 media placements across outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, BBC, Fox News, and Politico, reaching an audience of more than 150 million. Our programs include the Contributor Program, the Dissident Project, and a growing set of initiatives designed to shape the national conversation around freedom.
About the Role
Young Voices is seeking a Development Associate to support and expand the organization’s fundraising efforts.
The Development Associate will work closely with the Director of Development to execute fundraising strategy, manage donor communications, and build a strong pipeline of supporters. This role will have direct responsibility for prospecting, grant writing, direct mail, and managing a portfolio of donors.
This is an in‑person role based in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
Work with the Director of Development to implement an integrated fundraising strategy and annual development plans to enlist the partnership of supporters
Research and qualify donor prospects, including individuals, foundations, and partner organizations
Manage and grow a portfolio of donors through consistent outreach, stewardship, and follow‑up
Write and design donor communications, including email newsletters, reports, direct mail appeals, grant proposals, and thank‑you correspondence
Lead execution of direct mail campaigns, including drafting, segmentation, and coordination of sends
Draft and manage grant applications, reports, and supporting materials for foundation partners
Assist with events for Young Voices’ stakeholders, including writers, alumni, donors, and partners
Pursue collaborative partnerships and projects with other nonprofits and foundations in return for financial support (e.g., fellowships, policy briefings)
Requirements
0–3+ years of experience in fundraising, development, sales, or a related field
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and persuasively
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort with donor‑facing communication
Alignment with the mission of Young Voices
Preferred
Experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot)
Experience with prospect research or wealth screening tools
Experience with direct mail or grant writing
$50,000 – $60,000 a year
Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
#J-18808-Ljbffr