CreativeHub 1352 is looking for a Director of Fundraising to join our Board of Directors and provide leadership for the fundraising initiatives of the organization.
Who We Are
CreativeHub 1352 is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing creative people together to strengthen arts, culture, and community in Mississauga. Through collaborations with local partners, we offer a diverse range of year-round programs in the arts, heritage, and environmental stewardship and education, engaging people from across the city and beyond.
Our journey began with the Lakeview Legacy Community Foundation, later known as the Small Arms Society, which led the successful effort in 2008 to save the historic Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB) from demolition. Since 2018, CreativeHub 1352 has worked with the City of Mississauga to transform this landmark into a vibrant community hub. As the building’s lead tenant and key partner, we continue to expand our programming days each year, bringing our creative vision to life in this unique and historic space.
Role of Director of Fundraising:
The CreativeHub 1352 Director of Fundraising is a voting member of the Board of Directors and appointed in a manner consistent with the bylaws of the organization. CreativeHub 1352’s Director of Fundraising works collaboratively with the Chair, Board of Directors, Executive Director, our Development Officer, volunteers, and staff to support the Board in achieving its goals.
Areas of Responsibility:
The Director of Fundraising provides strategic leadership and governance oversight for all fundraising initiatives at CreativeHub 1352. This role supports and advises the Board, Executive Director, and Development Officer while overseeing the performance and direction of the development function.
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all fundraising and philanthropic initiatives, ensuring alignment with CreativeHub 1352’s mission, strategic priorities, and growth objectives;
- Guide the development and Board approval of annual and multi-year fundraising strategies, including the Case for Support, Annual Fund Plan, and pipeline development;
- Oversee and support the Development Officer, ensuring clear priorities, accountability, and alignment with revenue goals;
- Establish and monitor KPIs related to revenue targets, donor acquisition, retention, and pipeline growth;
- Provide strategic direction on major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and diversified revenue streams;
- Advise on donor engagement and stewardship strategies to deepen relationships and increase lifetime value;
- Support integration of fundraising strategies with marketing, communications, programming, and membership initiatives;
- Foster Board engagement in fundraising, including supporting Board members in cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities;
- Ensure regular reporting to the Board on fundraising performance, pipeline health, and progress against targets;
- Provide oversight of fundraising budgets and ensure alignment with strategic priorities and revenue goals;
- Identify risks and opportunities within the fundraising landscape and provide strategic guidance to adapt approaches accordingly;
- Support development of key external relationships with donors, sponsors, partners, and funders, as appropriate at the Board level;
- Report on fundraising performance, pipeline health, and progress against targets through the Finance Committee.
Qualifications
- A commitment to the organization’s mission and strategic directions;
- An understanding of, and experience with, not for profit fundraising;
- Experience building and maintaining authentic relationships and collaborations with foundations, government funders, and individual donors;
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prepare board reports;
- Knowledge of appropriate community resources in the Mississauga area;
- An ability to commit the time required to fulfil the responsibilities described;
- Relevant College and/or University degree or applicable experience; CFRE certification will be considered a significant asset;
- Knowledge and experience in Nonprofit Data Management CRM Systems, including DonorPerfect, is an asset;
- Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), team-building and problem-solving skills;
- Volunteer Board Experience is an asset.
