Communications Manager, Fundraising

WeVote
Oakland, CA

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*About WeVote*
WeVote is a 100% volunteer-powered, nonpartisan nonprofit that uses technology to help voters make informed decisions. With 130+ active volunteers and a national reach—all on a budget under $50K/year—we prove grassroots, mission-first civic tech can have real impact.

Join the WeVote Movement

WeVote has an open volunteer position for a Communications Manager, Fundraising, for 5 hours or more per week. You are an experienced professional with a passion for helping America navigate our current political environment. This is an opportunity to work remotely with our active team to help us get ready for multiple upcoming elections. Our ideal volunteer is passionate about politics and excited to use technology to educate voters and increase voter turnout. You’ll also gain valuable technical skills, have opportunities for leadership development, and expand your personal and professional network.

About Us

WeVote is a nonpartisan get-out-the-vote nonprofit startup and a celebrated Fast Forward nonprofit technology grantee . WeVote is a movement of over 120 active passionate, part-time volunteers (starting with the founders) who build mobile technologies that will touch and mobilize millions of voters on Election Day. We believe that many voters are busy, distracted, and impatient. We have a goal of providing a positive voting experience that helps people decide how to vote. More information at or @WeVote on X.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and execute communication strategies to recruit new donors through digital and grassroots channels.
  • Write and design persuasive fundraising appeals, newsletters, and web content that highlight the organization’s impact.
  • Collaborate with marketing and program teams to identify stories that resonate with prospective donors.
  • Create toolkits, templates, and shareable materials volunteers can use to make donation asks within their own networks.
  • Support volunteers with messaging guidance, talking points, and social media content to help them confidently share our mission and fundraising goals.
  • Manage donor acquisition campaigns across email, social media, and partner networks.
  • Track performance metrics (open rates, conversions, donor growth) and use insights to refine messaging and targeting.
  • Build and maintain a consistent brand voice that inspires trust, optimism, and engagement.
  • Support special fundraising events and seasonal giving campaigns with outreach materials and follow-up communications.

Who you are: Must haves.

  • You want to work with an established and successful team. You are committed to strengthening American Democracy.
  • You are striving for personal excellence, and want to do meaningful work that will make a difference.
  • 2+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, or marketing.
  • Proven ability to write emotionally compelling and donor-centered content.
  • Creative and mission-driven, with a strong sense of initiative and collaboration.
  • A willingness to work with and support other volunteers.
  • Experience working with volunteers or ambassador programs a plus.
  • 5+ hours per week during our core team hours M-F 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. PT

How to apply:

Submit your resume (at and include a brief note/cover letter to why you are interested in WeVote and helping our mission.

Posted 2026-01-27

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