Volunteer Opportunity: Media & Public Relations Coordinator

Enchanted Hope Foundation | Remote | Volunteer Position

About Enchanted Hope Foundation

Enchanted Hope Foundation is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to bringing comfort, representation and a sense of belonging to children affected by cancer and serious illnesses, and their siblings.

Through our growing collection of children’s books, beloved characters, plush companions and supportive resources, we are creating a unique universe where children facing medical challenges can see themselves represented, feel understood and know they are not alone.

Our books and resources are shared with children and families through hospitals, charities and community partnerships across Canada and internationally.

We are looking for a passionate and proactive Media & Public Relations Coordinator to help us grow awareness of our mission and secure opportunities to share our story through the media.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in public relations, journalism, communications or media relations to help build the public profile of a growing charitable organization.

You will play an important role in introducing Enchanted Hope Foundation to new audiences and securing opportunities for interviews, features and media coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify relevant podcasts, radio stations, television programs, newspapers, magazines and online publications.
• Identify journalists, producers, podcast hosts and media contacts.
• Develop and send professional media pitches introducing Enchanted Hope Foundation and its work.
• Pitch human-interest stories highlighting our founder’s journey as a childhood cancer mom, children’s author and charity founder.
• Identify opportunities to feature our books, characters, charitable initiatives and the impact we are making.
• Follow up with media contacts and build ongoing relationships.
• Coordinate potential interviews and media appearances.
• Maintain an organized media outreach and coverage tracker.
• Identify creative opportunities to increase national and international awareness of the foundation.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research and organizational abilities.
• An interest in media, public relations, journalism, communications or marketing.
• Confidence reaching out to media contacts and pitching story ideas.
• A proactive, creative approach and the ability to work independently.
• Previous PR, media relations or communications experience is an asset but not required.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 1- 4 hours per week.
• Flexible schedule.
• Fully remote volunteer position.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape the foundation’s media strategy.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience in media relations and public relations.
• Opportunities to develop professional media pitches and outreach strategies.
• Experience building media contact networks and securing publicity opportunities.
• The opportunity to contribute to the growth and visibility of a registered Canadian charity.
• The satisfaction of helping bring awareness to an important cause affecting children and families.

Why Join Us?

Behind Enchanted Hope Foundation is a deeply personal story. Our founder began this journey following her young daughter’s brain cancer diagnosis, recognizing the need for stories and characters that help children facing serious medical challenges feel represented.

Today, we are growing that vision into a unique universe of stories, characters and meaningful resources for children and families.

We are looking for someone who believes in the power of storytelling and wants to use their communications skills to make a meaningful difference.

Help us get our story out there. Help us reach more families. Help us make sure no child facing cancer or serious illness feels alone.

To express your interest, please apply through CharityVillage with a brief introduction outlining your experience, interests and why you would like to volunteer with Enchanted Hope Foundation.