Volunteer Fundraising Specialist (Remote)

Help RefugeRoot grow its impact as a Volunteer Fundraising Specialist

RefugeRoot Foundation of Canada is seeking a committed and proactive Volunteer Fundraising Specialist to support our fundraising efforts and help expand our impact in Africa(Benin/Togo).

At RefugeRoot, we work to support vulnerable children and families through practical, dignity-centered initiatives in areas such as education, family support, newcomer settlement, and community empowerment (Orphanage complex, Entrepreneurship for widows and Music education programs for vulnerable childrens in Africa)

This volunteer role is ideal for someone with experience or strong interest in fundraising, donor outreach, grant research, sponsorship development, or nonprofit resource mobilization who wants to use their skills to support meaningful community work.

Key Responsibilities

• Research grant, sponsorship, and donor opportunities aligned with RefugeRoot’s mission
• Help identify potential individual, corporate, foundation, and community funding sources
• Support the drafting of fundraising letters, sponsorship requests, and donor communications
• Assist with developing fundraising strategies and campaigns
• Help strengthen fundraising materials, messaging, and outreach approaches
• Track prospects, submission deadlines, and follow-up actions
• Contribute ideas for long-term fundraising growth and sustainability

What We’re Looking For

• Experience or interest in fundraising, grant research, donor relations, business development, or nonprofit development
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet agreed deadlines
• Passion for social impact, community development, and supporting vulnerable children and families
• Experience with nonprofit fundraising or grant writing is an asset, but not required

What You’ll Gain

• A meaningful opportunity to contribute to the growth of an impact-driven organization
• Practical experience in nonprofit fundraising and resource mobilization
• The chance to help support projects that benefit vulnerable children and families
• A flexible remote volunteer role with room for initiative and creativity
• A reference letter upon successful completion of the volunteer term, where appropriate

How to Apply

Please apply through Idealist and include:

• Your resume
• A short note explaining your interest in the role
• Any relevant experience in fundraising, grant writing, donor outreach, or nonprofit development

If you have examples of fundraising proposals, donor letters, or related work, you are welcome to share them.