About Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is the philanthropic heart of the Broadway community. Money raised by Broadway Cares funds organizations across the country that provide lifesaving medication, healthy meals, counseling and emergency assistance for those in need and crisis. Broadway Cares is the single largest financial supporter of the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund), helping everyone in entertainment and the performing arts. Broadway Cares also awards annual grants to more than 450 social service organizations responding to the needs of those in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C. living with HIV/AIDS, dealing with COVID-19 and facing other debilitating illnesses.

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, respect and integrity for all.

✛ Development Fellowships

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, in partnership with Spencer Ross, has created a comprehensive paid fellowship program for BIPOC college juniors, seniors, recent college graduates and early career professionals interested in pursuing a career in nonprofit development and fundraising. While applicants are welcomed from all fields of study (arts administration, business, marketing, communications, finance, HR, theater studies and more), the successful candidate will express a distinct interest in learning about and/or pursuing a career in nonprofit fundraising and development. Fellows will work in a highly collaborative setting, assisting in all areas of the Broadway Cares’ development department, including:

Individual, Institutional and Corporate Giving

Assist with prospect research to expand donor base and create profiles for potential individuals and foundations
Help write grant proposals and reports
Join in-person and Zoom meetings to gain a better understanding of how best to build relationships and deepen a donor’s connection to our mission
Assist with preparation and follow up for regularly scheduled committee meetings
Assist with drafting outreach to current and potential donors
Track individual and corporate sponsor ads for event programs

Special Events

Assist with preparation of invitations and mailing lists
Create and maintain RSVPs for special events
Aid in coordination and execution of donor events, including logistical planning and day-of assistance at venues
Assist with ticket requests and pulling ticket reports
Assist with preparation of invitations, mailing lists, RSVPs, collateral marketing materials, research marketing opportunities

Database Management

Maintain and update records for individual donors and foundations
Generate gift reports and provide basic analysis as requested

This is a paid, part-time fellowship reporting to the development fellowship coordinator with regular one-on-one meetings to offer insight, provide feedback and discuss areas of interest. Fellows will also work closely with the deputy director of development and all members of the development team to support Broadway Cares’ fundraising efforts and gain valuable experience and a breadth of knowledge. Work days/hours are flexible, though a minimum of 20 hours per week is required. Most of the work is in-person at our Manhattan office. Applicants should be interested in furthering communication skills and development experience to support a career in fundraising. Fellows will receive a weekly stipend of $450.

Spring, Summer and Fall semesters available (start and end dates are flexible). One fellowship available per semester.

Fall: September 5, 2023 – December 15, 2023 (deadline for submission: August 21, 2023)
Spring: January 8, 2024-April 26, 2024 (deadline for submission: December 11, 2023)
Summer: May 6, 2024-August 23, 2024 (deadline for submission: April 22, 2024)

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, respect and integrity for all.

Applicants should send a compelling cover letter explaining why you are interested in this fundraising training program and with what you hope to learn along with your resume with the subject “Development Fellowship – Your Name” to resumes@broadwaycares.org. Please indicate which semester(s) you are available.