I do partnerships for some of Google's earliest-stage products and initiatives and I also serve as Chair of the Board for The School Fund, an international nonprofit raising scholarship money for secondary school students in the developing world.
CAREER
Fundraisers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$59,610
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+14.3% (faster than the average)
Most Common Level of Education
Bachelor's degree
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Fundraisers Do
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.
Other Job Titles Fundraisers May Have
Contract Grant Writer, Development Associate, Development Officer, Direct Response Consultant, Fundraising Consultant, Grant Coordinator, Philanthropy Officer, Principal Gifts Officer
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
It would depend on the day. I work in a volunteer capacity so I work from home most of the time. I also attend a lot of meetings. Most meetings are strategizing to move toward a goal.
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Identify and build relationships with potential donors.
- Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.
- Write and send letters of thanks to donors.
- Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government donors.
- Create or update donor databases.
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