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Oakland Zoo

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Oakland, CA · On-site +1

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Growing Home

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Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Manage donor communications, newsletters, and public relations. * Coordinate with program staff to ... Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM with flexibility to work remote. * Occasional evenings/weekends ...

The Simple Good

Development Associate (Remote)

Chicago, IL · Remote

$25 - $30/hr

Support donor engagement by managing donor relations, grants management, and other fundraising tasks * Assist event planing as needed * Attend events and represent The Simple Good * Draft and send ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance remote donor relations in the United States is $59,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Freelance Remote Donor Relations professional?

A Freelance Remote Donor Relations professional is a specialist who manages relationships with donors for organizations, often nonprofits, while working independently and remotely. Their responsibilities typically include communicating with donors, acknowledging contributions, providing updates on projects, and ensuring donor satisfaction. By working freelance, they offer flexible support to multiple organizations or projects without being tied to a single employer, and remote work allows them to perform these duties from any location. Their role is crucial in building and maintaining trust with donors to secure ongoing or increased funding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Remote Donor Relations specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Remote Donor Relations specialist, you need strong communication, fundraising, and relationship management skills, often supported by experience in nonprofit or development work. Familiarity with donor management software like Salesforce or DonorPerfect, as well as proficiency in virtual communication tools, is typically required. Outstanding organizational skills, empathy, and the ability to build rapport remotely make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure effective donor engagement, sustained fundraising success, and the maintenance of positive long-term relationships from a remote setting.

How does a Freelance Remote Donor Relations professional typically collaborate with fundraising and communications teams while working offsite?

As a Freelance Remote Donor Relations professional, effective collaboration with fundraising and communications teams is essential despite working remotely. This is typically achieved through regular virtual meetings, shared project management tools, and consistent email or messaging updates. You may be asked to coordinate stewardship activities, craft donor communications, or support campaign strategies alongside team members in different locations. Open communication and proactive relationship-building with both internal teams and donors are key to success in this remote role.
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Donor Relations Advisor

Donor Relations Advisor

Young Americans for Liberty

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

About Young Americans For Liberty
Founded after the 2008 Ron Paul Presidential Campaign, Young Americans for Liberty (YAL) is the nation's largest pro-liberty youth movement, building a powerful network of activists to transform states into beacons of freedom.
We drive real change in America by working through our "Build - Elect - Pass" model:
  1. Build: We are building the largest nationwide movement of committed youth activists on American college campuses, with pro-liberty students fighting on hundreds of campuses across the country.
  2. Elect: We mobilize our base of committed youth activists to be the grassroots muscle on campaigns of principled liberty legislators through Operation Win at the Door. Since 2018, we've built a coalition of 400 active legislators in our National Liberty Legislator Coalition, and thousands of YAL-recruited students have knocked on over 6 million doors to turn out the vote.
  3. Pass: Use this coalition of principled liberty legislators to pass transformative policy at the state level. This coalition has already passed over 1,000 pro-liberty bills spanning from Universal School Choice, to Constitutional Carry, to major tax cuts and so much more. You can view the full list of bills passed at YALiberty.org/Liberty-Bills.

Mission & Vision
Our mission is to identify, educate, train, and mobilize youth activists committed to the ideals of liberty and the Constitution. Our vision is to create Liberty Lighthouse States that will Transform Our States into Beacons of Liberty. YAL also works to achieve this vision by electing liberty legislators and passing liberty legislation.
Our Values & Culture
YAL's culture is built on 5 foundational values:
  1. Goal Setting: We orient our work towards specific goals that align with achieving our long-term vision.
  2. Trust the Truth: We pursue the truth and are honest in all we do, even when it's difficult. There should never be a situation where lying is the right answer if we're truthful from the beginning.
  3. Grassroots Mobilization: We win on principle by generating grassroots pressure on the politicians. Unless you are politically feared, you will not be politically respected. Education alone is not enough.
  4. Principle: We believe in liberty - which provides the freedom to choose and requires taking responsibility for your choices - and individual rights - which must be respected at all times.
  5. Power of the Individual: We recognize everyone has an innate ability to make a difference. Therefore, we are dedicated to aligning your goals and developing your strengths so you can unlock your full potential.

Candidates who will fit in with YAL's culture tend to be principled, entrepreneurial, passionate, and comfortable with ambitious goals and a fast-paced work environment.
The mission is fueled by donors. Strong relationships keep that fire burning.
Young Americans for Liberty is building a donor base that fuels real wins across the country. That doesn't happen through one-time gifts. It happens through consistent communication, trust, and strong relationships.
We are hiring a Donor Relations Advisor to own relationships with donors and turn them into long-term partners in the mission. This role is responsible for staying in touch, meeting in person, and helping donors understand the impact of their giving-while confidently asking them to continue investing in winning.
If you enjoy building relationships, being on the road, and having direct conversations about giving, this role puts you at the center of YAL's fundraising efforts.
About the role
The Donor Relations Advisor manages a portfolio of donors and is responsible for retaining, engaging, and growing those relationships over time.
You will communicate directly with donors through calls, personalized outreach, and in-person meetings. A core part of the role is traveling for donor tours, meeting face-to-face, and building trust that leads to continued and increased giving.
This is not a back-office role. You will be expected to talk to donors regularly, meet them in person, and ask for financial support.
Success in this role requires strong interpersonal skills, follow-through, discretion, and the ability to understand what motivates each donor and communicate accordingly.
This position reports directly to the Vice President of Development and supports both Young Americans for Liberty and the Young Americans for Liberty Foundation.
The Donor Relations Advisor works closely with the Donor Relations Manager to deliver a consistent, high-quality donor experience. The Manager focuses on research, content, and donor strategy, while the Advisor serves as the front-facing relationship owner-responsible for direct communication, in-person meetings, and ongoing engagement with donors.
Location: Remote (U.S.)
Travel: ~40-50%
What you'll do
Build and maintain donor relationships
  • Engage regularly with donors through calls, messages, and in-person meetings
  • Get to know donor interests, motivations, and giving priorities
  • Maintain consistent, personal communication across your portfolio

Travel and conduct donor tours
  • Travel to meet donors in person across assigned regions
  • Plan and execute donor tours, meeting multiple donors per trip
  • Build trust and strengthen relationships through face-to-face interaction

Drive donor retention and continued giving
  • Communicate the impact of donor contributions clearly and consistently
  • Ask donors to continue or increase their support
  • Identify opportunities to grow donor commitment over time

Provide consistent donor outreach and stewardship
  • Send tailored updates on YAL's priorities, victories, and future plans
  • Ensure timely and thoughtful follow-up after donations
  • Deliver a consistent gratitude experience across your portfolio

Maintain organized donor pipelines
  • Log all donor interactions and updates in our CRM
  • Track each donor's status and engagement level
  • Keep donor records accurate and up to date

What Success Looks Like
  • Strong retention across your assigned donor portfolio
  • Consistent donor communication and engagement
  • Successful completion of donor tours and in-person meetings
  • Increased long-term donor value and commitment
  • Accurate and organized donor tracking in our CRM

Qualifications
  • Experience in sales, fundraising, or donor relations, with a track record of asking for and closing financial commitments.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with individuals across different backgrounds.
  • Comfortable having direct conversations about money and asking for continued support.
  • Ability to travel frequently and independently manage all aspects of travel, including transportation and in-person meetings.
  • Organized and reliable, with the ability to track communication and manage a donor portfolio.
  • Professional, trustworthy, and able to handle sensitive donor information with discretion.
  • Strongly aligned with Young Americans for Liberty's mission and principles.

Compensation & Benefits
Position type: Full-time | FLSA status: Exempt
YAL offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, including a base salary with performance-based bonuses.
Benefits include:
  • Health coverage (including dental and vision)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) for eligible plans
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% match
  • Generous paid time off. Unlimited PTO after first year.
  • Professional development opportunities

To Apply
Please submit:
  • Please submit a cover letter explaining your commitment to YAL's mission of advancing liberty, how your personal philosophy aligns with our principles, and how your experience has prepared you to actively contribute to making liberty win.
  • Resume.
  • Selected candidates will be asked to complete a short aptitude and personality assessment as part of the screening process.

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