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RightRides (http://www.rightrides.org) builds safer communities for women and LGBTQ individuals through community organizing, policy advocacy, direct service programs, and anti-violence education with the goal of fostering greater safety awareness and individual empowerment in New York City. We seek a motivated, dependable, detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to social justice to work alongside the Deputy Director to:
-Research funding opportunities
-Write letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports
-Prepare donor solicitations and annual giving appeals
-Seek in-kind donations and corporate sponsorship
-Process donations and manage donor and grants tracking databases
-Pitch new ideas for fundraising strategies
-Complete filing, photocopying, and general mailings related to the work
QUALIFICATIONS
-A strong interest in violence prevention, community organizing, and women's and LGBTQ safety.
-Ability to take direction, function independently yet work well with others, prioritize duties, manage time effectively, proactively meet deadlines, and be trustworthy and flexible.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet research
-Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English; former grantwriting experience is a plus
-Completed a minimum of two years of undergraduate coursework in a related field; knowledge of safety and anti-violence issues is a plus
-Commitment of at least 10 hours per week for a period of no less than 12 weeks
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
-This is an unpaid position; however, the Intern will gain a uniquely valuable experience with an award-winning, progressive nonprofit, as well as one-on-one mentorship, skills building opportunities, and networking contacts
-RightRides will assist Intern and their educational institution in completing requirements for academic credit, and credit-seeking interns will receive priority
• We maintain a professional, yet casual office environment in the Downtown Brooklyn area, close to major train lines.
TO APPLY
Email your resume, a one-page writing sample, and brief cover letter stating why you are interested in this position to Deputy Director Mandy Van Deven at mandy@rightrides.org. Write Fundraising & Development Intern” in the subject line. (.doc or .pdf formats only)
Please do not fax, telephone, or mail inquiries or resumes, as they will not be accepted.
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