Fundraising & Development Coordinator (Part-Time)
About StrongSteps Behavioral Health Foundation
StrongSteps Behavioral Health Foundation is a nonprofit, peer-led organization dedicated to improving access to mental health support and essential services across Upstate New York. Our work is grounded in lived experience, allowing us to connect with individuals in a way that is authentic, compassionate, and effective.
We focus on addressing real-life barriers that impact well-being, including access to housing, care coordination, and community-based support services. By meeting individuals where they are, we help them navigate complex systems and build pathways toward stability and long-term success.
Through partnerships with healthcare providers, community organizations, and local resources, we ensure individuals receive the support they need to move forward with confidence.
What We Do
At StrongSteps, we provide services that directly support individuals facing mental health and life stability challenges, including:
Care management and service coordination
Housing navigation and support services
Connections to food, healthcare, and community resources
Advocacy and guidance through complex systems
Our approach is rooted in peer support principles — we believe lived experience is a powerful tool for building trust, promoting recovery, and creating meaningful change.
Why Work With StrongSteps
Working at StrongSteps is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to make a real impact in people’s lives every single day.
Peer-Led, Mission-Driven Work
You’ll be part of a team that values lived experience and uses it to guide meaningful, person-centered support.
About The Role
The Fundraising & Development Coordinator will play a key role in advancing the mission of StrongSteps Behavioral Health Foundation by leading and supporting all fundraising and donor engagement efforts.
This position works closely with leadership and board members to grow sustainable funding streams and expand community partnerships. The candidate will be joining a small, mission-driven team that is passionate about improving access to mental health services across Upstate New York.
This is an opportunity to help build and shape the organization’s development strategy from the ground up while making a direct impact in the community.
What You'll Do
Develop and execute fundraising strategies to meet organizational revenue goals
Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners
Plan and coordinate fundraising events such as 5Ks, community campaigns, and donor drives
Manage and optimize online fundraising platforms (e.g., Givebutter)
Research and assist in writing grant proposals and funding applications
Track donations, maintain donor records, and ensure timely acknowledgments
Create outreach materials, campaigns, and donor communications
Collaborate with leadership on growth strategy and funding opportunities
Represent the organization at community events and networking opportunities
Qualifications
Strong passion for nonprofit work, mental health advocacy, or community impact
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet goals
Experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or nonprofit development (preferred but not required)
Comfortable using digital tools, social media, and fundraising platforms
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
Apply here.
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