Interested in Volunteering?
Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Ripple Foundation thrives on the dedication of volunteers who believe in our mission and are committed to promoting creative literacy among children and youth.
As a volunteer, you’ll gain valuable experience, contribute your unique skills, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion.
All positions are virtual—no travel required.
If you’re ready to make an impact, fill out the application form and tell us how you’d like to contribute!
Social Media Lead
Ripple Foundation is looking for a Social Media Lead to be our voice on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. This is a hands-on, weekly commitment: you will plan, write, schedule and publish content that gets young writers, their teachers and their families excited about our programs.
This is a real operating role, not an advisory one. If nothing is posted, nothing is posted. We are a 100% volunteer team, so please read the commitment section carefully before applying.
What you'll be doing:
- Typical posting rhythm: 2–3 posts per week on Instagram, and about 1-2 posts monthly on Facebook and LinkedIn, increasing during the Kids Write 4 Kids contest period.
- Keep the content calendar current — the coming two weeks are always scheduled and visible to the team.
- Write the copy: captions, hashtags, and updates to the social copy deck.
- Work with our social media designer to brief and schedule graphics.
- Monitor comments and direct messages and respond within 48 hours.
- Ramp up coverage around key moments in our program including Kids Write 4 Kids national writing contest, Write It Workshops, Wave Blog, and Express Inspire Connect Youth Conference.
- Attend a 30-minute check-in every two weeks and a strategic marketing team meeting once a month
What we’re looking for:
- Demonstrated experience running social accounts for an organization, business, club or campaign — not only personal accounts.
- Strong, clean writing: engaging, on-brand, and grammatically correct.
- Comfort with scheduling on Google Spreadsheet and using Google Suite.
- Reliability and follow-through in a remote, volunteer-run environment, including responsiveness to email.
- Genuine interest in education, literacy and youth development.
- Initiative and creativity — you will often be the one deciding what goes out this week.
What’s in it for you?
- Ownership of an entire channel strategy for a national charity — a portfolio piece with measurable results behind it.
- Gain valuable experience and skills in social media management and digital marketing.
- Direct contribution to youth literacy and creativity across Canada.
- Work with a passionate and supportive team.
- Flexible hours, fully remote, no travel required.
Volunteer Commitment: 4-6 hours per week. We ask for a one-year commitment, beginning with a 30-day trial period so both sides can confirm it's a good fit.
How to Apply / Contact
Join Ripple Foundation and be part of a team creating meaningful impact across Canada. In the key responsibilities form field, please include links to two or three accounts or campaigns you have run, with a note on what you were responsible for.
In-Person Writing Workshop Facilitators
Are you passionate about promoting literacy among children and youth? We are looking for facilitators to deliver our Write It Workshops for children aged 8-14 years at Brampton Public Libraries at:
- Brampton Public Library - Mount Pleasant Village Branch
- Address: 100 Commuter Drive, Brampton
- Date: Saturday, October 17 and 24, 2026
- Time: 10:30am-11:30am
What you'll be doing:
- Deliver the Write It Workshop Series to grades 4-8 students.
- Work with other volunteers during the delivery of the workshop.
- Attend an online training session with other volunteers.
- Collect feedback and comments from participants to be used for social media sharing.
- Provide feedback to the workshop manager.
What we're looking for:
- A Vulnerable Sector Check is required from the local police.
- Excellent communication skills that are effective with children.
- Engaging and positive interactions with children that maintain their attention.
- Patience working with students of diverse backgrounds and levels of understanding.
- Interpersonal skills to interact with organization co-ordinators and other peers.
- Teaching experience is an asset.
What's in it for you?
- Make a difference in your community.
- Support children’s literacy and creativity.
- Gain experience working with children.
- Professional development for those who want to pursue a teaching career.
Volunteer Commitment: You will be required to attend an online training to learn the workshop materials. You’ll need to arrive half an hour before the start of the workshop to set up and meet the other volunteers you’ll be working with.
Editorial Illustrator - Wave Blog
Are you studying or a recent grad from an illustration program at a community college and looking to showcase your work? We’re seeking illustrators to create engaging, visually appealing images for our blog posts. » Apply Here
If you are a high school student, please visit our Youth Volunteer Opportunities page to apply using a separate application form. For Editorial Illustrator, apply here.