CONTRACTOR - Fundraising Copywriter

$62,400 - $93,600/Yr

Crisis Text Line - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

About the position

The Fundraising Copywriter position at Crisis Text Line is a temporary, contract role focused on creating compelling, mission-driven content that inspires donations and engagement from the community. The role is integral to the organization's efforts in mental health support, requiring a skilled copywriter with a strong background in nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy. The ideal candidate will craft persuasive narratives that resonate with donors and volunteers, driving awareness and contributions to the organization's initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Write powerful copy for multi-channel fundraising campaigns, including direct mail, email appeals, social media, and digital ads.
• Create donor-centric content, such as thank-you letters, storytelling content, impact reports, donor newsletters, and website copy.
• Assist with writing compelling narratives for grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and the funder's priorities.
• Craft emotionally engaging stories that highlight the impact of the organization's work, showcasing the beneficiaries of programs and the significance of donor contributions.
• Write persuasive copy for donation pages, landing pages, and other web content that drives online engagement and contributions.
• Collaborate with the philanthropy and marketing teams to align copy with fundraising goals, campaign strategy, and organizational objectives.
• Write promotional and follow-up content for fundraising events and other donor engagement activities.
• Continuously test and refine copy based on performance metrics such as click-through rates, conversions, and donation amounts.
• Ensure all content aligns with the organization's voice, tone, and values, and speaks effectively to diverse audiences.
• Work closely with philanthropy, marketing, research, and other teams to gather information and create copy that reflects the organization's impact and mission.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional copywriting experience, with a strong focus on nonprofit, philanthropy, or fundraising content.
• Proven track record of writing successful fundraising appeals, donor communications, and campaign materials that drive engagement and donations.
• Exceptional storytelling ability, with experience crafting narratives that elicit emotional responses and inspire action.
• Ability to write for different platforms (emails, social media, website, print) and adjust tone and style for different audiences (donors, foundations, volunteers).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, working efficiently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Familiarity with applying analytics and performance data to refine and improve copy for better results.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills to ensure high-quality, error-free content.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in or with nonprofit organizations.
• Familiarity with donor behavior and motivations.
• Knowledge of fundraising trends and best practices.
• Experience with grant writing and proposal development.
• Certifications or training in fundraising or philanthropy.
• Experience with digital fundraising tools, email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Salesforce), and content management systems.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Internet reimbursement
• Loan repayment program
• Paid holidays