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  1. Occupations
  2. Fundraisers

Fundraisers

Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.

SOC: 13-1131.00

Common Job Titles

  • Contract Grant Writer
  • Development Officer
  • Fundraising Consultant
  • Philanthropy Officer

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Fundraisers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

105,930

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $43,200. 25th percentile: U.S. $52,590. 50th percentile: U.S. $66,490. 75th percentile: U.S. $85,280. 90th percentile: U.S. $106,960. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$43,200
10% of workers earn the following or more$106,960
Workers on average earn$73,130

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Customer and Personal Service4.6/5
  • English Language4.3/5
  • Sales and Marketing3.9/5
  • Administration and Management3.7/5
  • Communications and Media3.4/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Facebook
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Salesforce software
  • Structured query language SQL

Technology Skills

  • Adobe PageMaker
  • AudienceView Ticketing
  • Blackbaud Luminate CRM
  • Blackbaud The Raiser's Edge
  • Blackbaud eTapestry
  • Constant Contact
  • Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite
  • Database software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Computer laser printers
  • Laptop computers
  • Laser facsimile machines
  • Passenger cars
  • Personal computers
  • Photocopying equipment
  • Tablet computers

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Fundraising Managers 11-2033.00
  • Public Relations Specialists 27-3031.00
  • Advertising and Promotions Managers 11-2011.00
  • Social and Community Service Managers 11-9151.00
  • Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners 13-1121.00

Moderately Similar

  • Personal Financial Advisors 13-2052.00
  • Public Relations Managers 11-2032.00
  • Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 13-1161.00
  • Marketing Managers 11-2021.00
  • Sales Managers 11-2022.00

Related

  • Chief Executives 11-1011.00
  • Management Analysts 13-1111.00
  • Education Administrators, Postsecondary 11-9033.00
  • Investment Fund Managers 11-3031.03
  • Credit Counselors 13-2071.00
  • Advertising Sales Agents 41-3011.00
  • Budget Analysts 13-2031.00
  • Information Technology Project Managers 15-1299.09
  • Financial Managers 11-3031.00
  • Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes 13-1011.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in Strategic CommunicationIssuer: Troy University
  • Bachelor's DegreeMarketing (BSBA)Issuer: University of Alabama in Huntsville
  • Bachelor's DegreeMarketing, BSIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • CertificateUndergraduate Certificate in Social Media MarketingIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • Bachelor's DegreeBusiness Marketing EducationIssuer: Jacksonville State University
  • Bachelor's DegreeCommunication - Digital JournalismIssuer: Jacksonville State University
  • Bachelor's DegreeMarketingIssuer: Jacksonville State University
  • Bachelor's DegreeMarketingIssuer: Alabama A&M University
  • Bachelor's DegreeMarketingIssuer: Auburn University at Montgomery
  • Bachelor's DegreePublic RelationsIssuer: Auburn University