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Call for Applications: Partnerships Stewardship Volunteer (Toronto)

About Rainbow Railroad

Rainbow Railroad is a global charitable organization that envisions a world where LGBTQI+ people are free to live with dignity and without fear of persecution based on their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics. With the support of partners across the globe, we collaborate to champion the right of LGBTQI+ people toward access to justice, peace, economic stability, and the facility to actualise their dreams. Our mission is to help at-risk LGBTQI+ people to safety and to create a sense of home and belonging in their community. Our work has become increasingly critical at a time when there are more displaced people than ever before and where the rights of LGBTQI+ people continue to be threatened by homophobic, transphobic, and queerphobic countries and cultures. Since 2006, we have rallied the support of human rights defenders, governments, donors, volunteers, agencies and organizations, and people with lived refugee expertise to assist over 13,000 LGBTQI+ individuals find safety through multiple relocation pathways and other forms of assistance. As we continue to grow, we remain steadfast in our commitment to the queer liberation movement and its transformative impact on people’s quality of life.

Rainbow Railroad is a USA 501(c)(3) organization and a registered Canadian charity with offices in New York and Toronto.

THE VOLUNTEER ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to play a skilled volunteer role supporting Rainbow Railroad’s Partnerships team.

The Partnerships Volunteer Associate supports our fundraising department with administrative coordination and fulfillment related to corporate partners and foundation funders. This role plays a key part in ensuring partner commitments are tracked, delivered, and communicated clearly.

This is an unpaid volunteer position intended to support organizational capacity during a defined, time-bound period.

VOLUNTEER DUTIES

• Support administrative tasks and prospect research for corporate partners, sponsors and foundation funder relationships.
• Assist with tracking deliverables, timelines, and fulfillment requirements.
• Support coordination with internal teams to ensure partner commitments are met.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of materials and documentation.
• Coordinate outreach and distribution of stewardship materials and invitations , such as impact updates and webinar invites.
• Help maintain clear and organized records related to corporate partners and foundation funders.

VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be punctual, reliable, and responsible in fulfilling volunteer commitments
• Communicate clearly about availability and any changes that may affect participation
• Complete assigned tasks within agreed timelines
• Accept guidance and direction from the Volunteer Coordinator or designated staff lead
• Participate in orientation, training, and check-ins as required
• Maintain clear boundaries between volunteer responsibilities and paid staff roles
• Handle sensitive organizational and partner information with discretion
• Comply with Rainbow Railroad’s policies and procedures

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN A VOLUNTEER

Personal Skills

• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and follow-through
• Clear and professional communication
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

Experience & Interests

• Interest in corporate and/or foundation relationships, sponsorships, fundraising, philanthropy, nonprofit work or LGBTQI+ issues
• Experience (paid or unpaid) in research, administration, communications, or project support is an asset
• Familiarity with issues facing LGBTQI+ communities, whether through lived experience, study, or community involvement, is an asset

Requirements

• Sensitivity to LGBTQI+ issues and alignment with Rainbow Railroad’s mission
• Strong judgment and discretion when working with donor information
• Minimum commitment of 3 months
  • Approximately 4 hours per week (ideally a half-day between Tuesday to Thursday)
• In-person participation in the Toronto office

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS

• Meaningful involvement in Rainbow Railroad’s donor engagement and fundraising work
• Hands-on experience supporting Individual Giving and donor stewardship initiatives
• Training, tools, and
• ongoing support from staff
• Opportunities to build professional skills and networks within an international nonprofit
• Professional references available upon request

Length of Role: Minimum 3–6 months

Application Deadline – Aug 14, 2026

Please note that we will be accepting resumes on a rolling basis, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Rainbow Railroad is dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. This includes diversity in languages spoken, culture, race, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.

For inquiries related to these volunteer opportunities, please contact ndavis@rainbowrailroad.org.