Board Member, Fundraising

Board Member, Fundraising

Location: Remote

Role Type: Board Member, Fundraising

Start Date: September 2025

Term: 1-Year Term, renewable annually

Application Due: August 31, 2025

About Us

INKspire is a non-profit organization that strives to empower youth voices by providing a curated web platform where young people can share their ideas and perspectives on various relevant and contemporary issues across Canada and around the world. INKspire hopes to encourage youth engagement in current global affairs and provide opportunities for young writers, journalists, and artists to showcase their talents.

Our mission: To give youth a greater voice in society by providing opportunities for young people to share their passion for writing, express their thoughts and ideas, learn from one another and come together to drive a positive social change.

Our Vision: We envision bringing together youth into a space where they can learn, share, connect, and inspire one another to drive positive change in the world.

Description

INKspire is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our Board of Directors as Board Member, Fundraising for a one-year renewable term. In this volunteer leadership role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping our fundraising strategy, securing financial resources, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our organization. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing non-profit organization while empowering the next generation of writers and creators.

Time Commitment: Approximately 10 hours per month, including participating in board meetings, attending occasional special events, and ad hoc consultations with the executive and fundraising team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Advise on best practices for fundraising and financial sustainability, including grant writing, budgeting, sponsorships, partnerships, donations, and managing multiple revenue streams.
• Propose opportunities for fundraising, including but not limited to grants, sponsorships and partnerships.
• Act as the primary liaison between the board and the fundraising team.
• Collaborate with Board Member, Treasurer/Finance to monitor revenue streams.
• Attend regular and emergency board meetings.
• Represent the organization at public events when needed.
• Advise on INKspire’s mission, vision, and goals, and provide strategic guidance when needed.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, development, or revenue generation.
• A relationship-builder and connector, able to help build awareness, and develop partnerships for INKspire.
• Experience in grant writing, sponsorships, crowdfunding, and other fundraising initiatives.
• Previous entrepreneurial, leadership, and/or coaching experience, including building and scaling teams, addressing challenges, and providing strategic advice.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• A collaborative work style with strong interpersonal skills.

If you meet most of the qualifications and are passionate about youth empowerment, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join INKspire?

This volunteer role provides a unique opportunity to:

• Shape the future of a growing non-profit organization.
• Empower young writers, artists, and creators to express themselves and make an impact.
• Build meaningful professional relationships in the non-profit and creative sectors.
• Leave a lasting legacy by establishing INKspire’s first formal board of directors.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

INKspire values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all volunteers. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

Application Process

If you are interested in this position, please apply by March 21, 2025, with the following:

• A brief introduction outlining the reasons for your interest in this role.
• Your resume.
• Links to your LinkedIn profile, blog, or personal website (if applicable).
• For questions about the role, please contact frank@inkspire.org

Please note that this is an unpaid, volunteer role.

Selection Process

• The Co-Executive Directors will screen applications and propose candidates for the interview stage.
• The 1st interview will be with the Co-Executive Directors.
• The 2nd and final interview will be with the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors.
• References may be requested.
• After the last interview, candidates will be notified whether or not they will be selected for the role.