Application Guide

How to Apply for Fundraising Assistant, Data & Research

at 350.org

🏢 About 350.org

350.org is a unique global grassroots climate movement that operates in over 188 countries, making it one of the most widespread climate organizations worldwide. Unlike traditional nonprofits, it focuses on building people-powered campaigns and movements rather than top-down approaches, offering the chance to contribute directly to climate justice on a massive scale.

About This Role

As Fundraising Assistant, Data & Research, you'll be the backbone of donor operations at 350.org, ensuring every contribution is accurately processed and donors feel valued. Your work directly fuels climate campaigns worldwide by maintaining clean donor data and identifying giving opportunities through research. This role combines administrative precision with mission-driven impact, connecting financial support to frontline climate action.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day typically starts by checking the Individual Giving Team's email and Google Voice for donor inquiries, then processing overnight donations in Salesforce including checks, online gifts, and stock transfers. You'll prepare and send thank-you notes and tax receipts, run donation reports for the team, and spend dedicated time researching potential donors using WealthEngine to identify giving opportunities that support 350.org's global campaigns.

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🎯 Who 350.org Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems, specifically for donation processing and reporting
  • Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in data entry and donor communications, with experience processing diverse donation types (checks, stock gifts, matching gifts)
  • Possesses research skills using WealthEngine, Relationship Science, or similar donor prospecting tools
  • Can manage multiple communication channels (email, Google Voice) while maintaining professional, timely responses to donors

📝 Tips for Applying to 350.org

1

Highlight specific Salesforce experience with donation processing modules, not just general CRM knowledge

2

Mention any experience with climate or social justice organizations, even as a volunteer, to show mission alignment

3

Include examples of managing donor communications or thank-you processes in previous roles

4

Demonstrate research skills by mentioning specific donor research tools you've used (WealthEngine, Relationship Science, etc.)

5

Show how you've handled remote administrative work with Google Platforms and Microsoft Office Suite

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with Salesforce donation processing and reporting specifically', 'How your administrative skills support donor relationships and organizational efficiency', "Your understanding of 350.org's grassroots, global approach to climate action", 'Examples of managing time-sensitive donor communications and research tasks']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → 350.org's current global campaigns and how they're funded (check their website and annual reports)
  • → Their grassroots organizing model and how it differs from traditional climate nonprofits
  • → Recent donor communications or fundraising appeals from 350.org to understand their tone and priorities
  • → Their stance on climate justice and how it informs their fundraising approach
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your process for entering and verifying donation data in Salesforce
2 How would you research a potential major donor using WealthEngine or similar tools?
3 Describe a time you managed multiple communication channels (email, phone) for donor relations
4 How do you ensure accuracy when processing different donation types (checks, stock gifts, matching gifts)?
5 Why do you want to support 350.org's specific approach to climate action versus other organizations?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic statements about 'wanting to help the environment' without mentioning 350.org's specific movement-building approach
  • Listing CRM experience without specifying donation processing or Salesforce modules used
  • Failing to demonstrate research skills with donor prospecting tools mentioned in the job description

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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