What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fundraising & Development Coordinator position at StrongSteps Behavioral Health?
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:
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
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
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
- 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