Fundraising & Events Coordinator
Full-Time Maternity Leave Contract (Approximately 18 Months)
Location: Belleville, Ontario
Salary: $45,000 to $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Start Date: September 2026
Application Deadline: Friday, August 7, 2026
Help Local Children Learn, Play, and Thrive
The Children's Foundation is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and relationship focused Fundraising & Events Coordinator to join our team on a full-time maternity leave contract of approximately 18 months.
Working alongside a small, dedicated team, you will help raise funds that ensure children and youth across Hastings, Northumberland, and Prince Edward Counties have opportunities to explore, learn, play, and thrive.
The successful candidate will benefit from several months of mentorship and transition with the current coordinator before assuming responsibility for our major fundraising events. This unique opportunity provides valuable hands-on experience, allowing you to build confidence, establish community relationships, and gain valuable knowledge before leading our signature fundraising events.
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Fundraising & Events Coordinator plays an integral role in advancing the Foundation's fundraising efforts through signature events, sponsorship development, donor engagement, and community partnerships.
This position is responsible for planning and executing signature fundraising events, cultivating meaningful relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners, and helping increase awareness and support for the Foundation's mission.
This is a dynamic, people focused role that combines event management, relationship building, fundraising, and community outreach. The successful candidate will work closely with a passionate team while taking ownership of events that directly impact children and youth throughout Hastings, Northumberland, and Prince Edward Counties.
Every day brings new opportunities to connect, collaborate, and make an impact. You may spend one day meeting with corporate sponsors, the next coordinating volunteers, planning event logistics, preparing donor communications, developing marketing materials, or representing the Foundation at a community event. If you enjoy variety, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are passionate about building meaningful relationships that strengthen our community, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference.
Our Signature Events
- Guardian Angel Gala
- Kids Can't Wait Radiothon
- Play a Round for the Kids Golf Tournament
- Community fundraising initiatives throughout the year
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate fundraising events from initial planning through successful execution and post event evaluation.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, donors, volunteers, Board members, and community partners.
- Solicit sponsorships, auction items, and in kind donations to support fundraising initiatives.
- Coordinate event logistics, timelines, budgets, vendors, volunteers, committees, and event day operations.
- Assist with marketing initiatives, social media, website updates, and event promotions.
- Prepare donor communications, sponsorship packages, reports, presentations, and correspondence.
- Support donor stewardship activities and help strengthen long term community relationships.
- Represent the Foundation professionally at meetings, networking opportunities, and community events.
- Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting and administrative responsibilities.
- Attend occasional evenings and weekends to support Foundation events and community initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with Foundation staff, volunteers, Board members, and community partners to achieve fundraising and organizational goals.
Qualifications
We're looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about making a meaningful difference in the community.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A confident communicator who enjoys building authentic relationships.
- Professional, positive, adaptable, and comfortable representing the Foundation in the community.
- Self motivated and able to work independently while thriving as part of a collaborative, small team.
- Resourceful, proactive, and committed to delivering exceptional experiences for donors, sponsors, volunteers, and event participants.
Education & Experience
- Post secondary education in event management, fundraising, marketing, communications, public relations, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in event planning, fundraising, marketing, communications, community engagement, donor relations, or a related field.
- Experience coordinating events involving volunteers, sponsors, vendors, or community partners is considered an asset.
- Experience working in the charitable or nonprofit sector is considered an asset.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with donor management software and social media platforms is considered an asset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional correspondence, donor communications, sponsorship requests, reports, and marketing materials.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
- A valid Ontario driver's licence and access to reliable transportation are required.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support Foundation events.
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
Why Join The Children's Foundation?
This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact in your community. Every sponsorship secured, every event planned, every volunteer engaged, and every relationship built helps local children access programs and opportunities that can positively change their lives.
You'll join a supportive, passionate team that values collaboration, creativity, innovation, community partnerships, and celebrating successes together. We are committed to creating a positive work environment where your ideas are welcomed, your contributions are valued, and your work has a lasting impact.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this position.
Applications must be received by Friday, August 7, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Belleville, ON K8P 1B3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- related : 1 year (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
