Description

The purpose of the Fundraising Committee is to develop new, and nurture existing relationships with individuals, corporations and foundations in support of the work of CPAWS Ottawa Valley’s mission to protect the rich natural heritage of the Ottawa River watershed region of Quebec and Ontario. Volunteers on the committee work with staff to develop an annual fundraising plan, support its implementation by assisting with donor outreach and development, assisting with the planning and execution of events and other initiatives designed to steward existing donors and to recruit new potential donors and supporters. While the focus of the committee’s work to date has been on the development of relationships with individuals, we would like to expand the scope of the committee’s mandate to include corporate giving. No experience is needed, we are seeking people with new ideas and approaches! The committee meets monthly by Zoom with approximately two to three events during the year where committee members would be expected to attend. Past events have included dinners, lectures with special guests like Robert Bateman, art shows and sales and peer to peer events, like our annual Thanks to Nature campaign.