ABOUT FIRST TEE GREATER PHILADELPHIA:

First Tee Greater Philadelphia is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to impact the lives of young people in Philadelphia by creating affordable and accessible golf facilities primarily to serve those who have not previously had exposure to the game and its positive values. First Tee Greater Philadelphia enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with life skills curriculum, First Tee Greater Philadelphia creates learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids carry to everything they do.
First Tee Greater Philadelphia is one Chapter of a national/international non-profit youth initiative called The First Tee. The First Tee was created in 1997 by the PGA Tour Foundation to provide young people of all ethnic and economic backgrounds an opportunity to develop, through golf and character education, life-enhancing values such as honesty, integrity and sportsmanship. By engaging young people in a combination of life skills, leadership and golf activities, they also are exposed to positive traits that will help them achieve success in life. In the process, participants become valuable assets to their community. The First Tee Life Skills & Golf Experience is the unique component that sets The First Tee apart from many other successful junior golf programs.
First Tee Greater Philadelphia raises more than $3,000,000 in revenue through individual contributions, philanthropic grants, corporate support, events, and program fees. All First Tee students participate in classes, receive equipment, and get access to two golf courses operated by the organization at no cost. For more information, visit https://firstteephiladelphia.org.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Development Coordinator will support the organization’s fundraising initiatives by coordinating development activities, donor relationships, and assisting in the execution of annual events and campaigns. This role is crucial in ensuring the sustainability of our programs and outreach efforts.

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years of experience in fundraising, development, or related roles, preferably in a non-profit environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, Bloomerang).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns, events and initiatives as assigned.
• Research and identify potential funding sources, including grants, corporate sponsors, and individual donors.
• Help develop compelling grant proposals and reports in collaboration with the Vice President of Development.
• Manage and maintain the donor database, ensuring accurate and timely entry of donor information and transactions.
• Coordinate donor communications, including thank you letters, impact reports, and regular updates on organizational activities.
• Foster strong relationships with donors through personalized outreach and engagement strategies.
• Collaborate with Communications Manger to develop the creation of marketing materials and content for fundraising campaigns, including newsletters, social media posts, and website updates.
• Track and analyze fundraising metrics, providing regular updates to the Vice President of Development.
• Provide administrative support to the Vice President of Development as needed.
• Assist with other organizational tasks as needed to support the overall mission of the non-profit.