Salary Breakdown
Fundraisers
Average
$57,850
ANNUAL
$27.81
HOURLY
Entry Level
$30,550
ANNUAL
$14.69
HOURLY
Mid Level
$51,650
ANNUAL
$24.83
HOURLY
Expert Level
$91,050
ANNUAL
$43.78
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Fundraisers
2,210
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Fundraisers
Supporting Programs
Fundraisers
Top Expected Tasks
Fundraisers
01
Identify and build relationships with potential donors.
02
Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.
03
Write and send letters of thanks to donors.
04
Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government donors.
05
Create or update donor databases.
06
Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.
07
Develop or implement fundraising activities, such as annual giving campaigns or direct mail programs.
08
Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.
09
Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, charitable donation history, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.
10
Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.
11
Direct or supervise fundraising staff, including volunteer staff members.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Fundraisers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Sales and Marketing
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Communications and Media
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Persuasion
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Writing
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
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