Board of Directors Opportunity: General Director

Fundraising Expertise Needed

The Toronto Local Charity (TLC) empowers young people to break the cycle of poverty by providing life skills training, mental health and wellness programs, leadership training, and enhanced access to technology. Our programs support young people to build a life where they live in dignity, enhancing their resilience and security while providing greater opportunities for employment and future leadership.

TLC is experiencing significant growth, and we are actively seeking a General Director with strong fundraising expertise to join our Board of Directors by July 31, 2025.

Why We Need You

Our Key Challenge: As a growing organization making real impact in youth development, TLC needs to secure stable, diversified funding to expand our reach and deepen our impact. We are specifically seeking a Board member who can lead and enhance our fundraising capabilities.

Position Overview

The General Director serves as a Board member responsible for overall management oversight and strategic planning for TLC. Working collaboratively with the Executive Director, you'll provide fiduciary oversight and accountability for achieving our mission and vision.

Primary Focus: We are particularly seeking someone who can provide strategic leadership in fundraising, including planning, identifying funding sources, and implementing successful fundraising methodologies.

Key ResponsibilitiesFundraising Leadership (Primary Focus)

Lead fundraising strategy development and implementation • Identify and cultivate funding sources across individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and government grants • Guide the fundraising process and cycle from prospect identification to stewardship • Share successful fundraising methodologies and best practices • Leverage personal and professional networks for fundraising opportunities • Support and mentor staff and volunteers in fundraising activities

Governance & Strategic Oversight

Help set TLC's strategic direction: Mission, Vision, Values • Monitor organizational performance against strategic goals and objectives • Review and assess financial information to ensure fiscal responsibility • Assess and mitigate organizational risks • Ensure all activities are legal and in the organization's best interests • Expand stakeholder and partnership networks for collaboration and impact

What We're Looking ForEssential Qualifications

Proven fundraising experience with demonstrated success in securing funding from multiple sources • Strategic thinking ability to contribute to long-term organizational planning • Strong networks in business and community circles • Nonprofit governance experience or willingness to learn quickly • Commitment to youth development and breaking cycles of poverty

Highly Valued Experience

Grant writing and foundation relations • Major donor cultivation and stewardship • Corporate partnership development • Fundraising campaign management • Youth support programs or lived experience with poverty/youth development • Financial oversight and risk management

Board Expectations

Commitment Level: This is a hands-on board role, particularly in fundraising initiatives.

Meetings: Every 8 weeks initially, transitioning to quarterly as we establish strong foundations • Active participation in sub-committee work, especially fundraising committee • Timely communication via email and Slack between meetings • Personal commitment to TLC's mission and values • Financial stewardship including direct involvement in fundraising efforts • Transparency in disclosing any conflicts of interest

Term: 2.5 years | Reports to: Board of Directors

Application Process

Deadline: August 31, 2025

Selected candidates will be interviewed virtually with Board representatives between June to August 2025. Recommended candidates will stand for election in October 2025.

Please note: We are committed to securing the best fit for our organization and reserve the right to close this recruitment process early if the right candidate is identified.

Apply: https://form.jotform.com/251669317637265

Learn More: Review our Strategic Plan at https://thelocalcharity.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TLC-Strategic-Pl…

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you have fundraising expertise and are passionate about empowering youth to reach their full potential, we want to hear from you. Together, we can co-create a world where all young people have the resources, inspiration, and courage to pursue their dreams.

Questions? Contact us at laney@thelocalcharity.com

Charitable Registration Number: 80828 4442 RR0001

Learn about our youth programs at www.successaccelerator.ca or our main website at www.thelocalcharity.com

Board of Directors - General Director (Fundraising)

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