Position Summary:

The Major Donor Fundraising Coordinator will work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute a major donor fundraising program. The Major Donor Fundraising coordinator must have demonstrated experience in securing philanthropic commitments from individual and corporate donors over $5,000 or greater, and in managing on-going relationships with major donors.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage and cultivate donors through personalized outreach and conversations.

• Build long-term connections by fostering meaningful interactions with major donors.

• Recognize and steward donors with thoughtful appreciation and impact updates.

• Attend donor meetings and events to strengthen relationships and encourage involvement.

• Identify and connect with potential major donors to expand the network.

• Share compelling stories that highlight donor impact and the organization’s mission.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of the Fundraising team and under the guidance and direction of the Fundraising Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Remote

• Training is provided; a computer with a camera is required.

• The ability to volunteer 3-4 hours per week with the ability to check in daily for urgent requests.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• 3+ years experience in a Major Donor Fundraising role with demonstrated experience managing a portfolio of major donors.

• Experience: 3yrs + and Proven track record in major gift fundraising, donor relations, or development roles, preferably within the nonprofit sector.

• Relationship Building: Strong ability to identify, cultivate, and steward major donors, fostering long-term engagement.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for donor outreach, engagement, and reporting.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to support senior leadership in developing and executing fundraising strategies.

• Organizational Skills: Highly organized with experience in managing donor communications, follow-ups, and recognition processes.

• Financial Reporting: Proficiency in tracking donor activity, analyzing fundraising metrics, and providing insightful reports to leadership and finance teams.

• Knowledge & Passion: Deep understanding of the rescue’s operations and mission to effectively engage prospective donors.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure accurate documentation of donor interactions and fundraising efforts

What Fetch + Releash offers:

• Joining a community of supportive dog lovers.

• Training, resources, and guidance.

• Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

• Rewarding experience of fulfilling our mission to find a dog their forever home.

We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment of 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash  apply for this role.

Position Summary:

Fetch + Releash is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need, and fostering plays a crucial role in that mission. As a Foster Dog Caregiver, you’ll provide a safe, loving, and temporary home for dogs, helping them adjust to home life and prepare for adoption into their forever families.

Many of our dogs need behavioral support to overcome challenges such as anxiety, sensitivity to noise, fearfulness around people, or other stress-related behaviors. Experience with behavior training is essential to help foster dogs build confidence and develop positive habits that will set them up for success in their forever homes.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a nurturing environment for a foster dog and ensure proper care, including feeding, exercise, and socialization

• Transport the dog to vet appointments (if req’d), adoption events, and meet-and-greets

• Communicate regularly with a foster coordinator at Fetch + Releash about the dog’s progress and needs

• Help with basic training and behavioral support as needed

• Support adoption efforts by sharing updates, photos, and observation

• Once approved for adoption, craft a fun and honest bio showcasing the dog’s personality, needs, and quirks to find the perfect match

• Engage with potential adopters to coordinate home visits and introductions with the foster dog, ensuring their needs align for a successful transition.

•  Share visit details and observations with the foster coordinator to help determine if the adopter is the right match for the dog.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of the Foster team and under the guidance and direction of the Foster Coordinator and Foster Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

·         Remote

·         Training provided

·      Foster Dog Caregiver – Time Commitment
Caregivers must commit to fostering a dog for at least two months or longer, depending on the dog's needs, to provide stability and support for their well-being and transition to a permanent home.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES 

·         Experience with Dogs – Prior experience caring for dogs is required, including knowledge of feeding, exercise, and general care. 

·         Basic Training & Behavior Support – Understanding of canine behavior and training techniques, particularly for dogs needing behavioral support (e.g., anxiety, fearfulness, socialization).

·         Positive Reinforcement Training – Commitment to using positive reinforcement-based training methods only, including reward-based techniques to encourage good behavior, without use of shock, prong collars or other aversive techniques.

·         Crate Training Experience – Ability to support crate training as a tool for safety, structure, and comfort for the foster dog.

·         Secure & Quieter Outdoor Space – A fully fenced backyard or access to a safe outdoor space is required. Quieter outdoor environments are preferred to assist with decompression and fear management. Outside GTA ONLY

·         Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills – Ability to engage effectively with adopters, rescue coordinators, and fellow volunteers.

·         Reliability & Commitment – Dedicated to fulfilling fostering responsibilities and supporting the dog's transition.

·          Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks – Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and balancing various responsibilities.

·         Calm & Positive Demeanor – Able to remain composed and solution-focused, even in stressful situations.

·         Dynamic Personality & Passion for Rescue – Enthusiasm for animal rescue and advocacy, with a proactive attitude toward helping dogs in need.

·         Organizational Skills & Attention to Detail – Able to keep track of the dog’s progress, appointments, and important documentation.

·         Team Player Attitude – Willingness to collaborate with others in a supportive and constructive way.

·         Proficiency in Google Suite – Familiarity with Google Meet, Google Sheets/Docs, and Gmail for communication and tracking foster-related details. 

·         Proven Ability to Build Relationships – Skilled at establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with adopters, rescue coordinators, and volunteers.

What Fetch + Releash offers:

·   Joining a community of supportive dog lovers.

·   Training, resources, and continuous guidance for foster caregivers.

·    Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

·    Rewarding experience of helping a dog find their forever home.

We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment of 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash  apply for this role.

Position Summary:

The Donor Relations Administrative Coordinator supports the Major Gifts Team by managing donor engagement, communication, and stewardship. This role ensures that major donors receive timely recognition, meaningful updates, and personalized interactions. The coordinator facilitates donor outreach, tracks engagement activity, and ensures that leadership is equipped with materials to cultivate strong relationships. This position plays a vital role in enhancing donor experience and supporting fundraising success.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate donor outreach—manage follow-ups, updates, and gift recognition.

• Maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing major donors.

• Ensure major gifts coordinator is equipped with materials to effectively communicate with donors.

• Oversee donor communications, including thank-you letters and impact reports.

• Track all donor engagement activity in the CRM system.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of Fundraising team and under the guidance and direction of the Fundraising Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Remote

• Training provided; a computer with a camera is required

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

·         Commitment to building positive relationships with donors and supporting fundraising success.

• Strong communication skills—clear, professional, and engaging in written and verbal outreach.

• Reliability in tracking donor interactions and maintaining consistency in follow-ups.

• Ability to take accountability for assigned tasks, ensuring donors receive timely updates and recognition.

• Detail-oriented and organized in managing donor records and engagement tracking.

• Basic proficiency with email, spreadsheets, and donor management tools (training provided).

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the Major Gifts Team.

What Fetch + Releash offers:

·         Join a community of supportive dog lovers.

·         Training, resources, and guidance.

·         Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

·Rewarding experience of fulfilling our mission to helping dogs find their forever homes.

We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash  apply for this role.

Position Summary:

The Fundraising & Operations Administrative Coordinator provides strategic and operational support to the Major Gifts Team, ensuring the smooth execution of the fundraising strategy. This role focuses on donor research, pipeline tracking, and financial reporting, enabling leadership to make informed decisions. By maintaining organizational knowledge and handling administrative tasks, the coordinator contributes to effective fundraising operations and long-term donor engagement.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• ·Conduct donor research and prospect identification.

• Prepare financial and donor pipeline reports for leadership and finance teams.

• Maintain organizational knowledge that assists with meaningful donor discussions.

• Provide administrative support, including scheduling and documentation for fundraising activities.

• Communicate key donor insights to the Major Gifts Coordinator, supporting strong donor relationships.

• Occasional support for volunteer merchandise operations, including inventory tracking, order processing, communication with volunteers and suppliers, and record keeping.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of Fundraising team and under the guidance and direction of the Fundraising Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Remote

• Training provided; a computer with a camera is required.

• 3 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong accountability- maintaining donor tracking and supporting financial reporting.

• Commitment - ensuring fundraising operations run smoothly and effectively.

• High reliability- in handling research, data input, and maintaining accurate donor pipeline records.

• Clear communication skills - reporting updates and collaborating with leadership.

• Proficiency in Excel, reporting tools, or databases .

• Highly organized- ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Passion for supporting a mission-driven organization and fundraising success.

What Fetch + Releash offers:

• Join a community of supportive dog lovers.

• Training, resources, and guidance.

• Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

• Rewarding experience of fulfilling our mission to helping dogs find their forever homes.

We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash  apply for this role.

Position Summary:

The Events/Fundraising Admin Support is a passionate volunteer looking for an opportunity to make an impact in the world of dog rescue. Working closely with the Fundraising Lead and Events Team, they will maintain, update, and develop documents and web pages for adoption, fundraising, and other events; as well as, assist in the planning and executing of events and fundraising. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build strong relationships with Fundraising and Events teams

• Attend monthly meetings to help plan upcoming events

• Coordinate with the Storage Team lead on donation needs

• Manage Donations email inbox: respond promptly, arrange pickups, update donation needs, and direct in-kind donations to storage

• Maintain donation needs on the website and automatic email reply

• Manage Events email inbox: forward, tag, and respond to emails

• Update Events – Dogs in Care and Upcoming Events tabs weekly

• Create and update web listings for upcoming events weekly

• Promote events in private and targeted Facebook groups

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of the Events team and under the guidance and direction of the Fundraising Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hybrid

• Participate in monthly event planning meetings

• Completion of comprehensive training divided into sessions

• The ability to volunteer 3-5hrs per week

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to interact effectively with team members and stakeholders.

• Dynamic & Passionate: A vibrant personality with a strong passion for both event planning and rescue initiatives.

• Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster a collaborative team environment.

• Problem-Solving Under Pressure: Skilled at troubleshooting, managing multiple tasks in fast-paced settings, and remaining calm in stressful situations.

• Proactive & Accountable: A self-starter capable of working autonomously while understanding the importance of accountability and reliability.

• Organized & Detail-Oriented: Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail, ensuring efficient management of tasks.

• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Google Suite (Google Meet, Google Sheets/Docs, Gmail) and other digital tools essential for communication and event coordination.

• Administrative Experience: A minimum of 2+ years of administration experience is required to support the operational needs of the team.

What Fetch + Releash offers:

• Join a community of supportive dog lovers.

• Training, resources, and guidance.

• Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

• Rewarding experience of fulfilling our mission to helping dogs find their forever homes.

We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment 1yr+  to volunteering with Fetch +Releash  apply for this role.