Volunteer Fundraising and Crowdfunding Lead

Job summary

Develop Planet Watch’s fundraising strategy and action plan, including timelines, targets, crowdfunding campaigns, grant opportunities, and outreach pathways. Lead and support volunteer fundraisers, track results, and adapt fundraising efforts to maximize impact.

Job details

Planet Watch is a youth‑focused climate education initiative based in Ontario, dedicated to making climate science clear, accessible, and empowering. We create learning tools, community programs, and storytelling projects that help young people understand the climate crisis and take meaningful action. As we grow, we’re looking for a strategic fundraising leader to build our funding roadmap and guide a small team of volunteer fundraisers. Role Overview The Fundraising Crowdfunding Lead will develop Planet Watch’s overall fundraising strategy, create a practical action plan, and oversee a small team responsible for executing it. Crowdfunding is a top priority for our organization, so experience with GoFundMe or similar platforms is essential. This role is ideal for someone who can think strategically, communicate clearly, and motivate others in a mission‑driven environment. Key Responsibilities Develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Planet Watch’s programs and growth goals Create a clear fundraising plan with timelines, targets, and priority actions Lead, support, and coordinate a small team of volunteer fundraisers Design and manage high‑impact crowdfunding campaigns (GoFundMe experience required) Craft compelling campaign stories, visuals, and donor updates Identify grant opportunities and guide the team in preparing strong applications Build outreach pathways through social media, community partners, and youth networks Track progress, evaluate results, and adjust strategies to maximize impact Foster a positive, collaborative, youth‑friendly team culture Qualifications Proven experience with crowdfunding campaigns (GoFundMe strongly preferred) Strong strategic planning and project leadership skills Ability to guide and motivate a small team Clear, engaging writing and digital storytelling abilities Familiarity with grant writing and nonprofit fundraising Comfort with remote collaboration tools Passion for climate education, youth empowerment, or community‑driven initiatives Time Commitment Minimum 4–6 hours per week. Eligibility Candidates must reside in Canada and speak English.

What you’ll do

Develop Planet Watch’s fundraising strategy and action plan, including timelines, targets, crowdfunding campaigns, grant opportunities, and outreach pathways. Lead and support volunteer fundraisers, track results, and adapt fundraising efforts to maximize impact.

Requirements

Candidates should have crowdfunding campaign experience, with GoFundMe strongly preferred, along with strategic planning, project leadership, and the ability to motivate a small team. Strong writing and digital storytelling, familiarity with grants and nonprofit fundraising, comfort with remote collaboration tools, and an interest in climate education or youth empowerment are also sought.

Listed skills

• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fundraising Strategy
• Crowdfunding Campaign Management
• GoFundMe
• Strategic Planning
• Project Leadership
• Team Leadership
• Volunteer Coordination
• Grant Writing
• Campaign Storytelling
• Digital Storytelling
• Engaging Writing
• Social Media Outreach
• Community Partnerships
• Progress Tracking
• Remote Collaboration

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Education
• Finance & Accounting
• Marketing

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