Fundraising & Grant Writing Specialist (TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA)

CHECK OUT - DORI SAVES LIVES ON INSTAGRAM Fundraising & Grant Writing Specialist (Part-Time) Tallahassee, FL $25 Per Hour Guaranteed Up to 20 Hours Per Week Job Description The Dori Slosberg Foundation DBA Dori Saves Lives is seeking a highly motivated, well-connected, and results-driven Fundraising & Grant Writing Specialist to help expand our life-saving traffic safety programs throughout Florida. This is a part-time position offering up to 20 hours per week at a guaranteed rate of $25 per hour. The ideal candidate MUST: Have established contacts and relationships within the local community Be capable of producing fundraising results quickly Be comfortable building partnerships with businesses, organizations, community leaders, and donors Live within 45 minutes of Tallahassee, Florida Be passionate about making Florida’s roads safer for teens and families This is NOT an entry-level networking position. We are specifically seeking someone who already has strong community relationships and fundraising connections in place. Please submit your resume and any relevant fundraising and grant writing experience for consideration to [email protected] About Dori Saves Lives The Dori Slosberg Foundation is a non-governmental, non-profit, public service organization dedicated to traffic and road safety. WE ARE A COMMUNITY PARTNER OF WAYMO (SELF DRIVING TAXI SERVICE OWNED BY GOOGLE) The foundation was established in memory of Dori Slosberg, daughter of former State Representative Irving “Irv” Slosberg, whose life tragically ended in a crash while she was unbuckled. Four other girls were also killed, one survivor was left quadriplegic, and Dori’s twin sister, Emily Slosberg-King, survived with serious injuries. Established in 2004 and receiving nonprofit status in 2005, Dori Saves Lives has become one of Florida’s most recognized and respected traffic safety organizations. We are proud to have: Endorsements from many school districts throughout Florida Support from government agencies, law enforcement, first responders, and educators Traffic safety videos viewed by over one million students, teachers, and parents Presented more than 250 school assemblies reaching over 100,000 students Participated in over 200 community, university, first responder, and public safety events We are now preparing for significant expansion and are seeking the right fundraising professional to help move our mission forward. Our Mission Educate teen drivers about the importance of traffic and road safety Develop teen leaders and encourage civic engagement Promote safe driving habits with a focus on seatbelt usage and preventing distracted and impaired driving Support and advance driver education programs Assist the Florida Department of Transportation in promoting safer roadways Responsibilities Develop and execute fundraising strategies that align with organizational goals Secure sponsorships, donations, and community partnerships Utilize existing community and business contacts to generate fundraising opportunities Build and maintain strong donor and sponsor relationships Identify new funding opportunities and partnership prospects Organize and assist with fundraising campaigns and events Utilize fundraising software and donor databases, including NoCRM Collaborate with leadership on marketing and promotional initiatives Help expand community awareness and organizational reach Current Sponsorship & Partnership Opportunities Include: Digital advertising partnerships in shopping malls “No Texting & Driving” school safety postcard sponsorships Branded school pickup/drop-off safety campaigns Co-branded traffic safety awareness materials Partnership logo placement opportunities Community event sponsorships Teen Driver Safety Assembly sponsorship opportunities Qualifications Proven fundraising, grant writing, sponsorship, sales, business development, and donor-relations experience EXISTING community contacts and professional relationships are REQUIRED Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to deliver measurable fundraising results Strategic thinking and organizational abilities Comfortable working independently Familiarity with CRM/database systems preferred Passion for public safety, education, and community impact Important Requirements Applicant MUST live within 45 minutes of Tallahassee, Florida Applicant MUST already have strong community and business connections Relationship-building role Remote Position Position is part-time for up to 20 hours per week Guaranteed pay is $25 per hour Additional performance-based bonuses may apply Application Instructions Please submit your resume and any relevant fundraising and grant writing experience for consideration to [email protected] DO NOT call or email Dori Saves Lives directly regarding this job posting or the status of your application! Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by our team. Job Type: Part-Time Pay: $25.00 per hour (Guaranteed) Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week Location: Remote Position CHECK OUT - DORI SAVES LIVES ON INSTAGRAM Pay: Up to $26,000.00 per year People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: Remote