Application Guide
How to Apply for KAP 2026-2027 - Content and Communications Coordinator - Children’s Scholarship Fund
at Standtogether
🏢 About Standtogether
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that partners with organizations like Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF) to empower individuals and break down barriers to opportunity. CSF specifically focuses on providing K-12 scholarships to low-income families, giving children access to quality education. Working here means contributing to a mission-driven team that values storytelling as a tool for social change.
About This Role
As a Content and Communications Coordinator, you’ll be the voice of CSF’s impact, crafting compelling narratives about students and families to inspire donors and advocates. This role is key to amplifying CSF’s mission through digital media, social analytics, and event support, making it perfect for someone who wants to use their writing skills to drive educational equity.
💡 A Day in the Life
Your day might start by reviewing social media analytics to see which posts performed best, then drafting a story about a CSF alum for the website. After a virtual team check-in, you’d coordinate with the events team on promotional materials for an upcoming fundraiser, and end the day by scheduling next week’s social media content.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Standtogether Is Looking For
- An early-career communicator with a portfolio of writing samples that demonstrate storytelling ability, especially human-interest pieces.
- Someone who is highly organized and detail-oriented, with experience managing multiple content projects or social media calendars.
- A passionate advocate for education equity who can articulate why CSF’s scholarship model matters.
- Tech-savvy and eager to learn analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social media dashboards) to measure content impact.
📝 Tips for Applying to Standtogether
Tailor your resume to highlight any experience with storytelling, digital media, or nonprofit communications—even if from internships or volunteer work.
Include a link to a portfolio or writing samples that showcase your ability to write about real people’s experiences, not just corporate content.
In your cover letter, mention a specific CSF program or success story you’ve researched to show genuine interest.
Quantify your impact where possible (e.g., 'Increased social media engagement by 20% through targeted content').
Address the remote nature of the role by noting your experience with virtual collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Asana).
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your passion for educational opportunity and alignment with CSF’s mission of empowering families through school choice.', 'Specific examples of how you’ve used storytelling or digital media to drive engagement or awareness.', 'Your ability to work independently in a remote environment while staying organized and meeting deadlines.', 'Eagerness to learn and grow as a communications professional, especially in analytics and content strategy.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Read CSF’s annual report and recent blog posts to understand their storytelling style and key messages.
- → Learn about Stand Together’s broader mission and how CSF fits into their philanthropic portfolio.
- → Familiarize yourself with the debate around school choice and vouchers to speak knowledgeably about potential challenges.
- → Review CSF’s social media channels to see current content themes and engagement strategies.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn’t reference CSF or the specific role—stand out by showing you’ve done your homework.
- Overlooking the remote aspect: failing to mention your experience with remote work or self-management can be a red flag.
- Treating the role as just a ‘writing job’—the coordinators also need analytical and organizational skills, so be sure to highlight those.
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!