Funding Development Associate
Volunteer Role
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026
Role Overview
The Funding Development Associate will play a central role in building long-term sustainability for Spoken Culture.
As we expand our flagship productions and community programming, we are seeking someone who can strategically identify funding opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and help position Spoken Culture for growth at the municipal, provincial, and national levels.
This role directly supports:
The Black History Slam (annual flagship production)
The Poet Chronicles (collaborative poetry production)
Our public Artist Roster Directory launching Spring 2026
Community initiatives and youth programming
Future multi-city expansion planning
Key Responsibilities
Research relevant grant and funding opportunities (arts councils, foundations, municipal and provincial streams)
Lead or co-draft grant proposals and funding applications
Assist in developing sponsorship and funding decks
Track funding deadlines, reporting requirements, and deliverables
Contribute to long-term funding strategy and sustainability planning
Support impact language and positioning for public-facing materials
Estimated Commitment
Approximately 8–12 hours per week on average, with increased hours during active grant cycles and submission deadlines.
Eligibility
We are seeking a candidate who:
Has demonstrated experience in grant writing, fundraising, or development (nonprofit, arts, or community sector preferred)
Has a strong understanding of funding landscapes (municipal, provincial, federal, or foundation-based)
Writes clearly, persuasively, and strategically
Is detail-oriented and deadline-driven
Can think both operationally and strategically about organizational growth
Is aligned with Spoken Culture’s mission to build sustainable infrastructure for poetry and live arts
Experience securing funding for arts, cultural, or community initiatives is a strong asset.
This role requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to represent Spoken Culture in formal funding contexts.
What You’ll Gain
Strategic leadership experience within a growing cultural organization
Portfolio-building experience tied to real productions and initiatives
Direct impact on the sustainability of Black-led and community-driven arts programming
Opportunities to shape the long-term growth of Spoken Culture
Please submit a resume outlining relevant experience.
No cover letter required.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to info.spokenculture@gmail.com with the Subject Line: Funding Development Associate
