Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact.
At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one.
We're more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose.
From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we’re proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.
We bring these teams – and world-class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club.
Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we’ve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities -- and we’re just getting started.
This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves.
So, if you're ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we’d love to have you on our team.
** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, transferable skills, and lived experience may be exactly what we’re looking for. **
About MLSE Foundation
MLSE Foundation believes in the power of sport to change lives. With the support of MLSE’s teams and community partners, we invest in programming, capital projects, andpartnerships that expandopportunityforYouth across Ontario. As MLSE Foundation deepens itsmajorgiftswork, this role plays a pivotal part in strengthening donor relationships and fuelinglong termphilanthropic growth
TheDonor Relations Officermanages and advances anannual major giftspipelineofdonorstypicallyin the$25K–$100Krangethatsupportsthe success of MLSE Foundation’s Major Gifts and Foundations portfolios.
This role contributes directly to theoverall ~$4.5M annual Major Gifts target, providingend-to-enddonor lifecycle supportfrom cultivation through solicitation andstewardship‑to‑enddonor lifecycle support
The Donor Relations Officer acts as asenior fundraising resourceto the Director, Fund Development, supportingleadership ambassadoractivity,high valuedonor engagement, andcross portfoliomajor gift opportunities
RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Gifts Portfolio Management
Manage and advance a$1M portfolioof major gift prospects and donors, ensuring disciplined movement through qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Conduct donor meetings, create customized cultivation plans, and collaborate with senior leaders onhighvalue solicitations.
Identifyprospects for multi-year commitments aligned with organizational priorities
Cross PortfolioFundraisingSupport‑PortfolioFundraising Support
Serve as a senior resource in preparingLeadership Ambassadorsfor donor meetings, briefings, and strategicfollow-ups
Supportcross portfolioopportunities by collaborating with colleaguesin CommunityEngagement, Events, andPartnerships
Participate in developing donorstrategiesforfundraisingmilestones and priority funding opportunities.
Proposal Development & Donor Communications
Lead and/or support the creation ofhigh-qualityproposals, cases for support, tailored donor packages, impact reports, and stewardship materials.
Draft compelling donor correspondence, briefing notes, and reports.
Ensure donor communications aretimely, personalized, and aligned with MLSE Foundation’s brand and voice.
Pipeline & CRM Leadership
Lead disciplined pipeline management practices, including forecasting, weekly movement tracking, and portfolio reporting.
Playa central rolein CRM (Salesforce) implementation and optimization, ensuring consistent,accuratedata entry.
Managedonorand constituent data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, completeness, and ongoing database quality through regular reviews and updates.
Support the adoption of prospect management standards anddonor journeyworkflows
Internal Collaboration & Stewardship Excellence
Partner with Finance, Programs, Communications, and senior leadership to ensure seamless donor stewardship andaccuratereporting.
Coordinatedonor experiencessuch asevents, site visits, recognition moments, and tailored engagement opportunities.
Model best practices in donor relations that reflect MLSE Foundation’s values of equity, excellence, and community impact.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must HaveExperience &Skills‑HaveExperience & Skills
3–5+ years in fundraising, donor relations, major gifts, or related fields.
Exceptional writing skills witha track recordof producing donor proposals and stewardship communications.
Strongrelationship buildingskills with the ability to work comfortably withhigh-net-worthindividuals, board members, andleadership ambassadors
Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and strong pipeline discipline.
High levelof professionalism, sound judgment, and ability tomaintainconfidentiality.
NicetoHaveSkills‑to‑HaveSkills
Demonstrated experience managing a portfolio of major gift prospects at the$25K–$100Klevel.
Experience supporting orparticipatingin campaigns or multiyear fundraising initiatives
Knowledge of sportfordevelopment or youth-focused organizations.
Ability to translate technical, programmatic, or impact data into compelling donor narratives.
Please apply by: Monday, August 31
Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate:
$60,000-$70,000
Bonus, vacation, competitive benefits, and many exciting perks are also included.
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At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email accommodations@mlse.com This email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. (MLSE) is Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences to our fans. MLSE is one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional experiences. It is the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League) and Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League). MLSE owns or operates all of the venues its teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and the OVO Athletic Centre. MLSE also provides fans in Toronto incredible live music and entertainment events. MLSE strives to deliver championships to our city and our fans and bring the world to its feet.
