Sponsorships, Fundraising & Grants Co-ordinator
Time Commitment:
- 6pm–11pm × 12 Friday Club Nights per year
- 1–2 Board Meetings monthly
- Additional time for fundraising campaigns, sponsorship outreach, and grant deadlines
Reports to:
- President, Board
Works Closely With:
- President
- Board Members
- Communications Co-ordinator
- Administrative Assistant
- Leadership Team of Co-ordinators
Are You:
- Passionate about supporting live folk music and sustaining local arts?
- A relationship-builder who enjoys connecting with community partners and supporters?
- Organized, persuasive, and motivated to help ideas turn into funded realities?
What We Are Looking For:
A proactive and strategic thinker who can help secure financial and in-kind support for the Club through sponsorships, fundraising initiatives, and grant opportunities—ensuring the long-term sustainability of our programming.
When You Are Needed:
Outside of Club Nights
- Researching and writing grant applications
- Developing sponsorship opportunities and partnerships
- Planning and executing fundraising campaigns and initiatives
Club Nights
- Connecting with sponsors and supporters in person
- Representing the Club and building relationships
- Supporting fundraising activities or special initiatives
What You’ll Bring:
- Strong written communication and storytelling skills
- Confidence in outreach, relationship-building, and networking
- Excellent organizational and project management abilities
- Experience with or interest in grant writing and fundraising
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Comfort working collaboratively across teams
What You’ll Do:
- Identify and pursue grant opportunities, including writing and submitting applications
- Support grant reporting and tracking requirements
- Develop and maintain relationships with sponsors and community partners
- Create and implement fundraising strategies and campaigns
- Collaborate on sponsorship packages and donor recognition
- Work with the Communications Co-ordinator to align messaging and outreach
- Help ensure financial sustainability for Club programming and special projects
Why You Will Love Volunteering with Us:
You’ll play a vital role in keeping the music alive—helping secure the resources that make each performance, program, and artist opportunity possible. Your efforts will directly support a thriving folk community and ensure the Club continues to grow and inspire.
Great Fit if You:
- Enjoy connecting with people and building meaningful partnerships
- Like writing, pitching ideas, and seeing them come to life
- Are motivated by making a tangible impact behind the scenes
- Believe in supporting arts, culture, and community
Requirements:
- Experience or strong interest in fundraising, sponsorship, or grant writing
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects
- Familiarity with the Calgary Folk Club or local arts community is an asset
Ready to Join Us?
We’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:
calgaryfolkclub@gmail.com
Let’s make music magic together. 
