Volunteer Opportunity: Fundraising Coordinator

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have a knack for building relationships, organizing campaigns, and raising funds? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us

The United States Youth Forum (USYF) is a youth-led nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young people, especially historically marginalized and underserved young people to participate in civic life, advocate for themselves, and create change in their communities. We work to connect young people with opportunities, resources, and platforms that make civic engagement more accessible, while encouraging participation regardless of race, political affiliation, gender, or socioeconomic status.

USYF's work increasingly connects youth-led action with the broader civic engagement and democracy ecosystem. Through partnerships and coalition participation, including our involvement with the Election Safeguards Response Network (ESRN), our volunteers have opportunities to contribute to national civic initiatives, engage with resources and organizations working across the sector, and help translate larger civic efforts into accessible opportunities for young people.

As USYF continues to grow, we are building an organization where young volunteers don't simply support our work. They help shape it.

Role Description

As Fundraising Coordinator, you will play a key role in leading and supporting development efforts to sustain and grow our organization’s impact. From managing donor outreach to helping align our budget with strategic goals, you’ll help power the youth-led initiatives at the heart of our mission. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build skills in nonprofit development, fundraising, and campaign planning while contributing to a powerful cause. The role requires approximately 10–15 hours of work per week.

Responsibilities: Lead the planning and execution of fundraising initiatives and campaigns

• Maintain organized records of donor outreach and giving history
• Create clear, engaging materials to help team members support fundraising efforts
• Draft bi-weekly engagement newsletters for past donors and our email list
• Stay informed on trends in youth advocacy and nonprofit fundraising
• Adapt to evolving organizational priorities while maintaining quality and consistency in your work Please note: Responsibilities are subject to change according to strategic organization wide decisions; An ideal candidate for this role will be able to work through these changes and not compromise the quality of their work

Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with (or willingness to learn) CRM platforms
• Self-starter with strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• A passion for youth empowerment, social justice, and systems change
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting

Benefits: Gain valuable experience in philanthropic development, and nonprofit administration

• Take advantage of valuable networking opportunities with partners and players within the nonprofit sector
• Take advantage of USYF letters of recommendation or references to help apply for future jobs, internships, fellowships, etc (at the discretion of organization leadership)
• Be represented on our website and in our external communications
• Make a meaningful impact by supporting youth-led initiatives and advocacy efforts.
• Join a dynamic team of passionate individuals committed to making a difference in the community.
• Enjoy flexible scheduling and remote work options

How to Apply

If you're ready to join us in our mission to empower young people and create positive change, we'd love to hear from you! Please send a resume and brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience to contact@ unitedstatesyouthforum.org.

Note : This is a volunteer position. While we are unable to offer monetary compensation at this time, we are committed to providing meaningful learning and growth opportunities for our volunteers.