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Development Intern

FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education)Mclean, VA
The nations two leading food allergy organizations, The Food Allergy Initiative (FAI) and the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN), have united to advance a cure and promote education for food allergy, a severe and potentially life-threatening disease. The merger combines FAANs expertise as the most trusted source of information, programs, and resources related to food allergy and anaphylaxis with FAIs leadership as the worlds largest private source of funding for food allergy research. The new organization will be known as Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE). FAREs mission is to ensure the safety and inclusion of individuals with food allergies while relentlessly seeking a cure. The organization will accomplish this by: Funding world-class research that advances treatment and understanding, Providing evidence-based education and resources, Undertaking advocacy at all levels of government, and Increasing awareness of food allergies as a serious public health issue For more information visit: www.foodallergy.org Position Summary: The Development Intern reports to the Northeast Region Development Manager and works closely with the Development Department to help and execute goals and objectives at the regional level. The position supports the Managers community leadership to ensure the effective overall management of company initiated activities within the region. The incumbent will take a proactive approach to implementing strategies and organizing operations to maximize the fundraising potential of the region and must have the ability to establish a presence in the community and bring volunteers and community leaders together to achieve a common goal. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with the management of the Walk for Food Allergy program in the Northeast Region. Assist with No Food, No Fear School Program. Assist with logistics and implementation for the 2013 Fall Gala including correspondence, phone calls, and solicitation. Engage volunteers in regional events.