Community Giving Specialist

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community (STC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing evidence-based and holistic substance use treatment services to individuals and families in Guelph and surrounding areas. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, STC is committed to fostering a supportive and compassionate environment, empowering our clients to lead healthy and fulfilling lives while reducing the harm related to substance use.

The Community Giving Specialist plays a key role in strengthening STC’s fundraising efforts, donor relationships, and communications. This is a unique opportunity to drive meaningful impact by engaging donors, executing fundraising initiatives, and building lasting community connections while enjoying personal and professional growth in an inclusive, supportive environment.

Role Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Hybrid role, requiring partial work in Guelph (in office) and partial remote work

Hours of Work: Full Time - Monday to Friday, days; Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support fundraising or community engagement

Why Work for Stonehenge?

• Comprehensive Benefit plan (no employee co-pay required)


• Enhanced vacation and paid time off entitlements


• RRSP Matching Plan available


• Employee and Family Assistance Program available


• Paid Wellness days available
  

About the Role:

The Community Giving Specialist will:

• Lead and support the execution of STC’s annual fundraising and communication strategy


• Cultivate, steward, and expand a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors


• Develop and manage donor-centered campaigns and community events


• Support communications strategies that amplify STC’s impact and enhance donor loyalty


• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to enhance STC’s community profile and fundraising success


• Contribute to a culture of philanthropy rooted in empathy, storytelling, and shared purpose

Specific Role Responsibilities:

Fundraising & Donor Engagement 

• Implement STC’s annual fundraising strategy to achieve financial targets


• Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, businesses, and foundations


• Lead donor communications, impact reporting, and personalized stewardship activities


• Plan and execute fundraising campaigns and signature community giving events


• Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities aligned with STC’s mission and values

Community Engagement & Communications 

• Collaborate with STC’s staff to create compelling external and internal facing materials and manage social media communications


• Contribute to the development of messaging and storytelling that highlights donor impact and client outcomes


• Represent STC at community events, donor meetings, and outreach opportunities


• Build relationships with external partners to support fundraising and awareness

Operations & Administration 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records and financial transactions using CRM software


• Support grant research and proposal development as needed


• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for fundraising initiatives


• Monitor fundraising metrics and contribute to internal reporting and analysis

Applications will be accepted until August 15, 2025 at 4pm. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require it, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.