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 WriterDevelopment OfficerFundraising ConsultantPhilanthropy 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
| Metric | U.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
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
FacebookMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSalesforce softwareStructured query language SQL
Technology Skills
Adobe PageMakerAudienceView TicketingBlackbaud Luminate CRMBlackbaud The Raiser's EdgeBlackbaud eTapestryConstant ContactCorel CorelDraw Graphics SuiteDatabase software
Tools & Equipment
Computer laser printersLaptop computersLaser facsimile machinesPassenger carsPersonal computersPhotocopying equipmentTablet computers