Part-Time | 10-20 hours weekly | In-person or hybrid, fully remote may be considered - West Des Moines, IA | Flexible Schedule
About Community Support Advocates:
Community Support Advocates is a 501c3 mission-driven nonprofit serving individuals with mental health diagnoses and disabilities through innovative programming, advocacy, and the arts. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Fundraising & Research Intern to support our development team. This unpaid internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, prospect research, and donor data management. The Fundraising & Research Intern will report directly to the Director of Development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research individual donors, grant opportunities, corporate giving programs, and foundations.
- Compile, analyze, and organize donor and prospect lists.
- Systematize donor outreach protocols.
- Assist with light database management and data entry.
- Help identify key funding strategies and giving priorities.
- Provide general administrative support related to fundraising projects and events.
Ideal Candidate:
- Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Comfortable using spreadsheets & online research tools or an ability/willingness to learn.
- Interest in fundraising, nonprofit management, or related fields.
- Familiarity with CRM systems such as Bloomerang is a plus, but not required.
Commitment:
- 10-20 hours per week, flexible schedule.
- Minimum 3 month commitment
- Hybrid or fully remote work options may be considered
What You’ll Gain:
- Experience in nonprofit development and fundraising strategy.
- Skills in prospect research and data management.
- Insight into donor engagement and philanthropy in Central Iowa.
- Mentorship and networking opportunities.
- Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of internship.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief note about your interest to katelyng@teamcsa.org.
