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Seeking a Virtual Director of Development for Lights Back On

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ORGANIZATION: LIGHTS BACK ON INC

Are you a visionary fundraiser with a heart for service and a drive to make a meaningful difference? Lights Back On is seeking a passionate and experienced Virtual Director of Development to lead our fundraising strategy and donor engagement efforts. This unpaid volunteer position offers the unique opportunity to help scale a mission-driven nonprofit focused on providing light and energy to communities affected by poverty and natural disasters.

About Us: Lights Back On is a compassionate, tech-forward nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring light and hope to people living without reliable electricity. Our mission is to provide sustainable lighting solutions to those affected by energy poverty around the world.

Role Overview: As our Virtual Director of Development, you will play a key leadership role on our team, helping us secure the vital resources we need to grow our programs and impact. From crafting fundraising strategies to building relationships with donors, your leadership will directly support the lives of individuals and families who live in darkness.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including digital campaigns, grant writing, and donor relations.

  • Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic partners.

  • Oversee fundraising communications and marketing materials to inspire giving and share our impact.

  • Collaborate with the board and volunteers to meet fundraising goals and track performance.

  • Research and pursue grant opportunities aligned with our mission.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in fundraising, development, donor relations, or nonprofit leadership.

  • Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

  • Strategic thinker with a passion for humanitarian work and social impact.

  • Familiarity with donor management tools and fundraising platforms is a plus.

  • Ability to dedicate 10-15 hours per month in a virtual capacity.

Why Volunteer With Us:

  • Be a core part of a growing nonprofit bringing light to those in need.

  • Use your skills to make a lasting impact and inspire change.

  • Build your experience in nonprofit development and virtual leadership.

  • Join a passionate, supportive team united by purpose and compassion.

This is a volunteer, unpaid position. While we currently do not have funding to offer compensation, your contributions will help lay the foundation for future growth and sustainability.

If you’re ready to illuminate lives and lead with heart, we’d love to hear from you-apply today!

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About LIGHTS BACK ON INC

Location:

100 CASTOR DR APT N8, NORCROSS, GA 30071, US

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide essential lighting solutions to individuals and families affected by natural disasters, poverty, or limited access to electricity.

Description

Lights Back On came about in 2013 when we brought our firstborn from the hospital. We stayed in a one-bedroom apartment but could not afford the energy bill. We went to stay with my mother-in-law for a while to get help but soon had to leave. Upon our arrival to Georgia on the bus, it was eleven degrees below zero. We had a portable heater to stay warm and a hotplate for various uses. We huddled up in one room with the heater to keep warm. If one of us had to use the restroom or went into the living room, we turned the heater in that direction. This went on for a year until we could afford our electricity bill. Lights Back On was established in 2019 and received a 501(c)(3) tax exemption in 2020. Basic human necessities are human rights. No one should have to choose between one or the other.

Our goals are to bring awareness to our brand, gain donors and supporters of our mission, and help low to mid-income communities become self-sufficient through our energy and water assistance, short-term housing, virtual food pantry, and school supplies program for student success. However, we have been unable to launch these programs due to financial constraints.

CAUSE AREAS

Disaster Relief
Homeless & Housing
Hunger
Disaster Relief, Homeless & Housing, Hunger

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Customer Service
  • Business Development
  • Donor Management
  • Fundraising
  • Resource Development / Management
  • Problem Solving

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 21
  • Flexible

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