Reports to: Director of Development and Communications Position Classification: Exempt, Full-time Work Location: Onsite

Position Summary

The Development Associate is part of a team of communications and fundraising professionals who advance Fleisher Art Memorial’s work by stewarding donors, engaging members, and sharing mission impact. The position provides vital administrative support to Fleisher’s fundraising initiatives, from donor database management to on-site event support, and offers opportunities to learn the intricacies of non-profit philanthropic work at an organization with a legacy of values-based programming spanning more than 125 years.

The Development Associate’s key duties support the work of the Executive Director and Director of Development and Communications in securing contributions to advance Fleisher’s mission, specifically including grant reporting, donor research, database management, Board of Directors stewardship, and coordination of mailing lists and donor correspondence. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Development, Membership, and Communications Support

• Own record-keeping in the development database, including gift entry, reporting, reconciliations with the finance team, and special reporting for the audit.
• Prepare weekly donor acknowledgements and donation reports, and keep the fund tracker up to date.
• Support grant reporting and conduct donor research as directed by the Director of Development and Communications.
• Support the creation and rollout of mailed appeals throughout the year.
• Support written communications such as the monthly member, neighborhood, and staff/faculty communications, and regular board emails.
• Serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors and provide administrative support for board meeting minutes, board packets, and regular board communications.
• Membership support – Represent Fleisher (and table) at community events, such as art openings, artist talks, and school events. Send welcome packets and membership cards, and provide phone and email assistance during busy membership times (such as during the launch of class terms and day camps).

Administrative Support

• Coordinate calendar scheduling, logistics and preparations for development-related meetings, and support other teams and projects as they relate to development.
• Answer general development phone and email inquiries, and assist and interact with donors (via phone, computer, and face-to-face).
• Provide administrative support in all aspects of advancement, including formatting of reports, grants, and presentations.
• Provide logistical support and serve on the event teams for fundraising events, donor stewardship and cultivation events, gallery openings, cultural festivals, and other Fleisher events.
• Support occasional design projects and social media.
• Support general office management tasks and internal communications as requested.

Required Qualifications:

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of prior development and/or marketing administrative experience.
• Superb communicator: effective professional writing abilities, diplomatic correspondence skills, and confident public speaking manner.
•  High level of tact and discretion, with the ability to keep information confidential and to relate well to people from many different backgrounds when working with donors and board members.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service skills for phone, email, and in-person membership support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings for cultivation & donor events.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and Fleisher’s mission of making art accessible to all.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with constituent management database software (eTapestry, Raiser’s Edge, or similar CRM).
• Experience in arts/culture, community arts, museums, or education; familiarity with the Philadelphia philanthropic landscape a plus.
• Experience with minute-taking and social media; light design skills (Canva/Adobe Express).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work is primarily performed on-site in an office setting.
• Some evening and weekend hours for donor/member events and meetings.
• Prolonged computer use, meetings, and occasional lifting/transport of materials

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays; generous vacation accrual

About Fleisher Art Memorial

Founded in 1898, Fleisher Art Memorial is the nation’s oldest community-based art center, dedicated to making art accessible to everyone, regardless of economic means, background, or artistic experience. Located in Southeast Philadelphia, Fleisher provides affordable studio art classes, exhibitions, and community-based programs designed to inspire and empower.

Fleisher Art Memorial is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship status, ancestry, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Rooted in our mission to make art accessible to all, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from historically underrepresented groups, to apply.

HANDMADE 2026 is Fleisher Art Memorial’s annual indoor, juried craft market celebrating local artists, makers, and small businesses. Featuring a wide variety of handmade goods and original artwork at a range of price points, HANDMADE is a great place to find thoughtful, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting independent artists and the creative community.

This year’s market will be juried by Maureen Duffy, a member of Fleisher’s jewelry faculty, who will help curate a selection of work reflecting the creativity and diversity of Fleisher’s artistic community. Visitors can also explore Fleisher’s Annual Adult Student Exhibition in the galleries, featuring artwork by members of our community, with many pieces available for purchase.

Important Dates

• Sunday, November 8 at 11:59 PM: Application deadline
• Tuesday, November 17: Applicants notified of acceptance decisions
• Saturday, December 12, 11 AM–5 PM: HANDMADE 2026 at Fleisher Art Memorial

About the Juror

Maureen Duffy is a Philadelphia-based studio jewelry artist and educator who teaches Jewelry and Metalsmithing at Fleisher Art Memorial and Rowan University. With over 16 years of experience selling her work at craft shows and galleries, Maureen creates both production jewelry and one-of-a-kind, hand-fabricated pieces.

About Fleisher

Fleisher Art Memorial is a nonprofit community arts organization located at 7th and Catharine Streets in Philadelphia. Our mission is to make art accessible to everyone, regardless of economic means, background, or artistic experience. HANDMADE reflects this commitment by bringing together local artists, makers, and the wider community to celebrate creativity and original artwork.

Before You Apply

HANDMADE 2026 is a juried market, and submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Applicants will be notified of acceptance decisions by Tuesday, November 17.

Accepted vendors will be responsible for a $50 vending fee and will receive additional information about event logistics, setup, and display requirements.

Please review the application questions and important dates carefully before submitting. We’re excited to learn more about your work and hope you’ll consider joining us for HANDMADE 2026!

Questions?

Contact info@fleisher.org.

ColorWheels is Fleisher’s mobile art studio, launched in 2012 and delivering creative experiences directly to community members in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia.

The van is equipped with the tools and supplies needed for Fleisher’s teaching artists to guide community members in hands-on, culturally inspired mini-workshops, collaborative public art projects, and demonstrations of art techniques.