Project Send It is operated and managed by a fully volunteer workforce. All positions are staffed by a dedicated team of people with a common purpose; create opportunities for kids to build confidence, grow their problem-solving skills and learn trust.
Company Description Project Send It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making rock climbing accessible to any child, especially those facing financial, social, or physical barriers. Through volunteer-led programs, the organization helps young climbers build confidence, trust, problem-solving skills, and comfort in climbing environments from gyms to outdoor crags. Project Send It aims to create stronger kids, safer communities, and future stewards of outdoor spaces across North America. The organization is driven by values of adaptability, accessibility, inclusion, challenge, and service, connecting donors, volunteers, gyms, and children in new ways. Its vision is a climbing community where no child is excluded due to financial resources, race, gender, ethnic background, or physical impairment.
Role Description The Director of Fundraising – National Board is a volunteer, remote role responsible for leading and coordinating national-level fundraising efforts to support Project Send Its mission. This role oversees strategies to cultivate and steward donors, including individuals, foundations, corporate partners, and community organizations, with a special focus on major gifts and annual giving campaigns. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising plan, identifying and engaging prospective donors, and collaborating with board members and volunteers to organize fundraising initiatives and events. The Director will prepare compelling fundraising materials, track and report on fundraising progress, and ensure alignment of fundraising activities with the organization’s values and long-term goals. This role works closely with the National Board and leadership team to strengthen financial sustainability and expand climbing opportunities for children across North America.
Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with major donors and philanthropic partners.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to craft clear, persuasive messages for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of philanthropy and annual giving practices, with experience designing or supporting fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to engage in strategic planning for fundraising, including setting goals, tracking progress, and adjusting tactics as needed.
• Background in nonprofit development, community outreach, or related fields is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a remote, collaborative environment with board members, volunteers, and staff across locations.
• Passion for youth development, outdoor recreation, and expanding access to climbing for underserved communities.
• Prior board or leadership experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization is an asset.
Project Send Its Nondiscrimination Policy:
Project Send Its non-discrimination policy applies to all Project Send It board members, volunteers, employees, contractors, and clients. Project Send It follows an equal opportunity policy and does not discriminate in recruiting volunteers and board members, or in serving clients. Project Send It prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender variance, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, mental disability, national origin, documentation status, physical disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other protected characteristic under any applicable federal, state, or local laws prohibiting discrimination.