CharityVillage

Job Title: Fundraising Lead (Full-Time, Permanent)

Reports To: Executive Director

Location: Toronto, ON

Salary: Competitive compensation package with professional development opportunities

Position Overview

This hybrid role will strategically diversify revenue streams, amplify brand visibility, and deepen donor relationships to sustain our 24/7 supportive housing community in Toronto’s Queen West neighborhood – a restorative home since 1988.

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate builder - someone excited to pioneer and shape new fundraising initiatives, with key areas still in development and plenty of room to grow.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Fundraising & Revenue Diversification

• Work alongside Executive Director to design and execute an annual fundraising plan balancing operating needs (core programs) and capital priorities (e.g. core facility upgrades, potential laneway suite).
• Expand foundation and government grant funding through targeted prospecting, compelling proposals, and rigorous reporting.
• Identify and support cultivation of corporate partnerships aligned with mental health advocacy and community impact.
• Track and report on fundraising KPIs (e.g., donor retention, grant success rates) to optimize strategies and demonstrate ROI.

2. Donor Pipeline Development & Stewardship

• Support the development and implementation of strategies to attract next-generation donors through digital campaigns, social media outreach, and community engagement.
• Work with Executive Director to strengthen legacy giving opportunities through planned giving programs, donor education, and tailored stewardship for long-term supporters.
• Oversee donor database to track interactions, measure campaign success, and segment audiences for personalized outreach.

3. Marketing & Communications Leadership

• Work with Executive Director to implement a communications strategy to elevate brand awareness via social media, newsletters, and the website (www.hoctoronto.com).
• Produce mission-driven content (impact stories, videos, reports) highlighting resident successes and donor impact.
• Support collaborations with Yorkminster Park Baptist Church to co-create awareness campaigns and leverage shared networks.

4. Capital & Partnership Development

• Support the Executive Director and Board in developing phased capital funding strategies for priority capital projects.
• Work to deepen strategic alignment with Yorkminster Park Baptist Church to expand shared resources and funding opportunities.
• Support the development of partnerships with Toronto mental health organizations, housing advocates, and corporate stakeholders.

Qualifications

Essential

• 3+ years of nonprofit experience in fundraising and communications/marketing.
• Proven success securing grants from foundations, corporations, or government funders.
• Strong storytelling skills with experience crafting donor-centric materials (impact reports, newsletters, videos).
• In-depth understanding of the mental health and housing landscape in Toronto, with familiarity of relevant networks and funding sources.
• Knowledge of capital fundraising or facility development projects.

Preferred

• CFRE designation or commitment to pursue within 12 months.
• Experience collaborating with faith-based organizations and/or community health partners.
• Proficiency with CRM tools (e.g., Raiser’s Edge), digital fundraising platforms, and content creation tools (Canva, Hootsuite).

Work Environment

• Small, collaborative team serving 21 residents in a 24/7 supportive housing community.
• Hybrid work model with office space in Toronto’s Queen West neighborhood.
• Occasional evening/weekend work for donor meetings or other activities and events.
• Values-driven environment prioritizing dignity, collaboration, and innovation.