Current Nonprofit Employment Opportunities

We are pleased to make connections between nonprofit/philanthropic organizations and our community. Organizations may submit nonprofit employment opportunities here.

Please note: Dates indicated are the date posted to our employment opportunities page, not the closing date of the opportunity. Contact the Community Foundation at info@desmoinesfoundation.org or (515) 883-2626 with questions.

Grinnell College | 3D Art Technical Assistant
Date: 12-23-25

The 3D Art Tech Asst provides health, safety, and technical support to the Dept of Art’s studio art major. Primary oversight responsibility: ceramic & sculpture studio, wood & metal-shop.…

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Iowa State University Foundation | Senior Communications Project Coordinator
Date: 12-23-25

Provide project and software management and administrative support for the communications team.…

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Iowa State University Foundation | Assistant/Associate Director of Events
Date: 12-22-25

Designing and executing impactful events that strengthen donor relationships and advance the university's philanthropic mission.…

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YMCA of Greater Des Moines - Waukee Family YMCA | Member Services Coordinator
Date: 12-22-25 Compensation: $18.00-$20.00 / hour

This position is responsible for creating a positive, relationship building, member-focused culture. This position leads a staff team which is the first connection with members and guests.…

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Easterseals Iowa | Developmemt Coordinator
Date: 12-17-25

Drive our Growth as a Development Coordinator with Easterseals Iowa! In this position, you will be a dynamic force driving our organization’s success! …

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa | Program Specialist
Date: 12-15-25

The P.S. oversees the implementation of BGCA & other approved programs as well as the design & evaluation of locally designed programs targeted primary for school age children &/or teens. …

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Meals from the Heartland | Director of Development
Date: 12-15-25 Compensation: $85,000-$95,000 Annually

Leads overall fundraising, manages grants & CRM, builds community partnerships, coaches development team, and collaborates organization‑wide to meet philanthropic goals.…

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Iowa State University Foundation | Senior Director of Gift Accounting
Date: 12-15-25

Serve as the unit lead for all daily gift accounting functions - processing, receipting, and reporting of gifts, manage IRS regulations, etc. Supervise team.…

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Lutheran Services in Iowa | Director of Philanthropy
Date: 12-12-25

The Director of Philanthropy will develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate and strengthen relationships to ensure ongoing financial support for LSI. …

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CultureALL | Operations Administrator
Date: 12-11-25

CultureALL is seeking a team member to perform administrative, accounting and clerical tasks related to the overall operations of the organization, working closely with staff and the Board.…

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CultureALL | Fundraiser - Development Officer
Date: 12-11-25

Your goal is to achieve 50% of CultureALL’s revenue by establishing relationships with key donors through grant writing/reporting, capital campaigns, planned giving, and event fundraising.…

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World Food Prize Foundation | Coordinator I, Global Youth Programs & Partnerships
Date: 12-10-25 Compensation: $40,000-$50,000+ Commensurate with Professional Experience

The role provides operational and administrative support of the Foundation’s Youth Programs across the U.S. and globally, with a focus on Youth Institutes. …

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Iowa Public Radio | News Fellow
Date: 12-10-25 Compensation: 42,000

Iowa Public Radio is looking for an early-career journalist to join us as a News Fellow. You’ll work closely with our Assistant News Director on everything from story pitch to final production.…

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Catholic Charities | Shelter Coordiantor
Date: 12-9-25

The Shelter Coordinator leads the day-to-day management and operations of the Emergency Family Shelter. This position contributes to the health, safety, and welfare of shelter residents and staff. …

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Meals from the Heartland | Operations Director
Date: 12-9-25 Compensation: 80K-90K Annually

Join a team feeding the world. Meals from the Heartland has shared 270M meals and seeks mission-driven leaders who believe in empowering people to save starving children.…

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The Iowa Center | Community Engagement Coordinator
Date: 12-5-25

The Iowa Center seeks a dynamic Community Engagement Coordinator with passion for our small business mission to build and strengthen relationships that drive growth for Iowa’s small business economy. …

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The Iowa Center | Marketing and Development Coordinator
Date: 12-5-25

The Iowa Center seeks a highly-organized, detail-oriented and creative communicator who is passionate about storytelling, community impact, and small business growth.…

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Iowa State University Foundation | Senior Estates Accounting Coordinator
Date: 12-4-25

Manage deceased donor estates in probate, manage process of recording planned gift commitments, and documenting and correspondence related to gifts-in-kind.…

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Catholic Charities | Development Manager
Date: 12-4-25

The Development Manager is responsible for soliciting major gifts, identifying new prospects, and cultivating relationships in support of our mission, ministries, and programs. …

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ASAP, the After School Arts Program | Development & Marketing Communications Manager
Date: 12-3-25 Compensation: $60–68K annually

This newly created position will lead efforts to sustain an impactful, award-winning arts education organization and its vibrant programming for youth. …

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