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Fundraising & Sponsorship Lead

Role Summary

The Fundraising & Sponsorship Lead is responsible for supporting the organization’s financial sustainability through donor engagement, sponsorship outreach, fundraising initiatives, and partnership development. This role helps build meaningful relationships with individuals, businesses, institutions, and community partners who align with the organization’s mission and values.

The individual in this role contributes directly to the organization’s growth and long-term impact by helping secure resources necessary to sustain programming and community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in identifying and pursuing sponsorship and donor opportunities

  • Support planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and initiatives

  • Develop sponsorship outreach materials and partnership proposals

  • Maintain positive relationships with sponsors, donors, and community partners

  • Assist with grant research and funding opportunity identification

  • Coordinate donor stewardship and appreciation initiatives

  • Track sponsorship commitments, fundraising progress, and partnership communications

  • Collaborate with communications and leadership teams to align fundraising messaging

  • Represent the organization professionally during networking and partnership meetings

  • Support development of sustainable funding strategies and community partnerships

Preferred Qualities

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Confidence in networking and professional outreach

  • Organized and self-motivated

  • Experience in fundraising, sales, partnerships, business development, or community engagement considered an asset

  • Passion for mission-driven work and community impact

Impact of the Role

The Fundraising & Sponsorship Lead helps strengthen the organization’s financial and partnership capacity, enabling continued growth, programming, and long-term community impact.

How to apply

We ask that applications are emailed directly to founder@foundationofimg.org by June 15th, 2026, 9:00pm EST. Virtual interviews will be held June 17th and 18th 2026 between 9:00am-9:00pm EST. If you prefer a time slot, please include this detail in your application email.

Please email a cover letter describing the role or roles you are interested in and your relevant experiences. We also ask for a copy of your CV to be attached for review. 

For anyone who may be attending this year’s IMG Conference and Expo in Toronto, Canada, consider bringing us your CV for an on the spot interview! Candidates may choose to opt for an in-person interview during the time of the conference. Please let us know if you would appreciate an in person interview in Toronto within your application email.

We currently operate on a volunteer basis. These are not paid roles at this time, however, gifts of appreciation have included conference attendance sponsorship and networking opportunities for our core members. Our community appreciates the good work and support we offer through the foundation and look forward to welcoming you to the team!