Community Fundraising Officer - Greater Toronto Area
Hybrid Role
Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 + benefits
About this role
At Muscular Dystrophy Canada, community is at the heart of everything we do. The relationships we build with volunteers, partners, and supporters are what allow us to create meaningful impact for people living with neuromuscular disorders across Canada.
As we continue to grow our presence across Ontario, we are seeking a Community Fundraising Officer to help strengthen and support our Annual Campaigns and Community based fundraising initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who loves being out in the community, building genuine connections, and supporting event participants, volunteers, donors, and partners who are deeply committed to making a difference.
In this role, your focus will be on relationship-building and community engagement. You will work closely with the neuromuscular community and volunteer leaders to support locally led fundraising activities, foster long-term relationships, and ensure our partners and donors feel connected, valued, and supported in their efforts. Your work will help create positive, meaningful experiences that encourage ongoing involvement and sustained impact.
You will spend much of your time connecting with people, growing and attending community events, supporting fundraising activities, and being a consistent, trusted point of contact. You’ll also collaborate with colleagues across fundraising, volunteer engagement, marketing, programs, and data to ensure community fundraising initiatives are well supported and aligned with our mission and values.
About Muscular Dystrophy Canada
For more than 70 years, Muscular Dystrophy Canada has worked alongside the neuromuscular community to break down barriers so Canadians affected by neuromuscular disorders can live full and meaningful lives while we continue the search for cures.
We support people affected by more than 160 neuromuscular disorders through programs and services, education and information, equipment support, advocacy, research, community engagement and opportunities to connect and contribute.
Our work is guided by our five-year strategic priorities: strengthening research infrastructure; improving access to information, education and resources; increasing accessibility to programs and services; and growing the revenue needed to advance our mission.
Learn more about Muscular Dystrophy Canada and our five-year strategic priorities at muscle.ca.
Who we are looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for fundraising and at least two (2) years of fundraising experience
- Is motivated by meeting or exceeding revenue targets
- Enjoys building relationships and being part of the community
- Is energized by connecting with people and supporting volunteer-led initiatives
- Brings warmth, positivity, and a collaborative approach to their work
- Communicates clearly and comfortably, whether in person, by phone, or in writing
- Is organized, dependable, and accountable for their work
- Is flexible to work some evenings and weekends and able to travel within Ontario
Why join Muscular Dystrophy Canada?
- Meaningful, mission-driven work rooted in community connection
- A supportive, values-based culture grounded in collaboration, inclusion, and care
- Employer-paid benefits package, including a Health Spending Account
- Matching pension contributions
- Opportunities to grow your skills and career in fundraising and community engagement
- A hybrid work model that balances flexibility with meaningful in-person connection
- Colleagues who genuinely want you to succeed and will support you along the way
How to apply
If you are passionate about building relationships, growing community, fundraising and making a difference with the neuromuscular community in Ontario we would like to hear from you.
Please send your resume and cover letter to Kendra.morton@muscle.ca.
Our commitment to equity
Muscular Dystrophy Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and welcoming environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
