About Afiwi Groove School

Afiwi Groove School is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Volunteer Grant Writer to support our mission of providing high-quality arts education and cultural programming. The successful candidate will be responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to government agencies, foundations, and corporate sponsors, helping to secure funding that sustains and expands our programs.

Position Type: Volunteer (Virtual & In-Person)

Time Commitment: 10–15 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify funding opportunities from government, corporate, and private foundation sources
• Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports
• Maintain a grants calendar to track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements
• Collaborate with leadership to gather program data, budgets, and impact stories
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements and guidelines
• Prepare and submit timely grant reports and funding updates
• Build and maintain relationships with funders and partners
• Track and document all grant activity and outcomes

Qualifications:

• Proven experience writing successful grant proposals, particularly with government and corporate funders
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with nonprofit operations and funding structures
• Ability to translate program goals into compelling narratives
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in arts, education, or community-based organizations
• Knowledge of Canadian government grant systems (federal, provincial, and municipal)
• Experience working with diverse communities and cultural programs

About Afiwi Groove School

Afiwi Groove School is a community-based arts and culture organization dedicated to empowering youth through music, arts, and creative expression. Our programs support young people in building creative skills, confidence, and leadership while celebrating Caribbean and global cultural traditions.

Role Overview

Location: Pickering, Ontario (Remote / Hybrid)
Position Type: Volunteer

Afiwi Groove School is seeking a detail-oriented Volunteer Program Impact & Evaluation Lead to help measure and communicate the impact of our programs. This role will focus on collecting data, evaluating program outcomes, and helping the organization demonstrate its impact to the community, partners, and funders.

The Program Impact & Evaluation Lead will work closely with program coordinators and leadership to ensure that Afiwi’s programs are effectively meeting the needs of youth and the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support program evaluation frameworks to measure the effectiveness of Afiwi programs.
• Design and implement participant surveys, feedback forms, and evaluation tools.
• Collect and analyze data on program participation, engagement, and outcomes.
• Track and document youth achievements, program milestones, and community impact.
• Prepare impact summaries and reports to support grant applications, reports to funders, and organizational planning.
• Work with the communications team to help translate program data into impact stories and key highlights.
• Provide recommendations to improve program effectiveness based on evaluation findings.
• Support the development of annual impact reports.

Qualifications

• Experience in program evaluation, research, community program assessment, or data analysis.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to design surveys, collect feedback, and interpret data.
• Strong written communication skills for reporting and documentation.
• Interest in youth development, arts education, and community programming.

Assets

• Experience with nonprofit program evaluation or community-based research.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Forms, Excel, Airtable, or survey platforms.
• Experience supporting grant reporting or impact measurement.
• Background in education, social sciences, or program development.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 3–5 hours per week
• Additional time may be required during program cycles or reporting periods.

Be part of a team dedicated to empowering youth through arts and culture.

Afiwi Groove School is seeking a motivated and relationship-focused Sponsorship & Fundraising Specialist to support the growth and sustainability of our programs through sponsorship development, fundraising initiatives, and community partnerships. This role helps secure resources and financial support to expand opportunities for youth, arts, culture, and community engagement programs.

Position Type: Volunteer (Virtual & In-Person)

Time Commitment: 10–20 hours per month

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential sponsors, donors, grant opportunities, and community partners
• Support sponsorship outreach through emails, calls, presentations, and partnership proposals
• Help develop sponsorship packages and fundraising materials
• Coordinate fundraising campaigns, donation drives, and community fundraising initiatives
• Build and maintain positive relationships with sponsors, supporters, and community stakeholders
• Assist with planning fundraising events and sponsorship activations
• Track sponsorship and fundraising efforts, contacts, and contributions
• Collaborate with the Afiwi team to support organizational growth and sustainability goals
• Help communicate the impact of Afiwi Groove School programs to potential supporters and partners

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about community development, youth empowerment, arts, and culture
• Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills
• Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Experience or interest in fundraising, sponsorships, sales, partnerships, nonprofit development, or community outreach is an asset
• Comfortable with email outreach, presentations, and basic digital tools
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills

Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has a variety of volunteer opportunities for secondary and post-secondary students,  corporate opportunities,  festival events (Durham Children's Watershed Festival and Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival) and the Conservation Area Trail Stewards (CATS) program. 

• Share Your Story: Provide an engaging overview of your career journey
• Explain Your Path: Discuss the steps you took, challenges you faced, and key moments that shaped your career
• Encourage Interaction: Invite student questions and foster reflective discussions
• Offer Practical Insights: Share advice and lessons learned to help students navigate their own career exploration

We are seeking a candidate who can communicate and write with the brand in mind, as well as plan publicity campaigns and public relations activities

The ideal candidate will have an education or experience in communications, writing, PR, journalism, social media, marketing, or business administration.

HIGHLIGHTS include *website content updating* social media: Brochures & Flyers* create and co-edit with graphic designer* create and pre-program daily / monthly posts* monitor and maintain all social media platforms* Liaison with media, set up interviews* post events on media websites, Carion Fenn Network, Facebook & Eventbrite.

Looking for long-term Volunteers (minimum of 6 months, required to attend 2 hours minimum per week) to assist with every day programs, events, outings, entertainment and much MORE! Please apply online on our AgeCare website! 

Assist with special event fundraisers * sponsorship recruitment * donor relations, stewardship * marketing, communications 
 

We are seeking a professional Fund Raiser to assist us with our fund-raising and sponsorship initiatives.  The candidate must have min. 1 yr. previous experience.  Ideal candidate should have research skills, be self-motivate, community relationship building skills, computer literacy, Vulnerable Sector Police Check required. 

HIGHLIGHTS include * working within the fundraising portfolio of the Carion Fenn Foundation * working closely with the Director of Funding * Research and identify funding opportunities + Seek sponsorships and donations * Build relationships with the community with regards to funding * 

Oshawa Little Theatre (OLT), a non-profit community theatre, is seeking experienced, volunteer Props Leads for each of three musical theatre productions in its upcoming 2025-2026 season: "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee", "Shrek" and "The Full Monty". Leads for the first two shows are needed almost immediately for part-time volunteer hours, reporting to the respective Production Teams.

Property Leads should be able to:

• identify, with Production teams, cast and script, all props requires for production
• lead Props Assistants to meet production schedule
• research, source and acquire props from a variety of sources
• with Props Asssistants, design and craft props which may need to be handmade, using a variety of media
• be available as needed (with some flexibility and independence of action) through rehearsal period and for show run of 3-4 weekends to assign, organize and oversee props by scene and character
• work within production budget for props

• Strategic Leadership: Participate in the development and approval of the organization’s strategic direction, goals, and policies.

• Financial Oversight: Ensure the financial health of the organization by reviewing financial reports, overseeing budget processes, and ensuring responsible fiscal management.

• Fundraising and Resource Development: Assist in fundraising efforts and network with potential donors, partners, and stakeholders to support the organization’s funding needs.

• Governance and Compliance: Ensure the organization adheres to legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements, and maintain high standards of governance.

• Risk Management: Monitor and evaluate potential risks to the organization and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.

• Board Engagement: Attend and actively participate in Board meetings, committee work, and other key events, providing valuable input and support.

• Advocacy and Representation: Represent the organization at public events, in the community, and with potential donors or partners.

• Evaluation and Improvement: Regularly assess the organization’s performance and contribute to discussions on continuous improvement.

• Assist with event planning, client support, data entry, fundraising activities, etc.

• Collaborate with staff and other volunteers to achieve project goals

• Attend and support community outreach programs or events

• Help with administrative tasks as needed (e.g., phone calls, emails, filing)

• Represent Terra Nova in a positive and professional manner

• Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of individuals and families served by the organization

• Participate in volunteer meetings, training, or orientation sessions as required