Board of Directors: General Director (Fundraising)

Note: This is a volunteer position. No financial compensation is offered.

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 Responsibilities (Fundraising)Fundraising Leadership (Primary Focus)Governance & Strategic Oversight

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

Fundraising Leadership (Primary Focus)

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 For Essential 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: July 31, 2025

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

Learn More: Review our Strategic Plan

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 Director: Fundraising

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