Republished with permission of the US BLS
Summary
| Quick Facts: Fundraisers | |
|---|---|
| $59,610 per year $28.66 per hour |
|
| Bachelor’s degree | |
| None | |
| None | |
| 100,600 | |
| 14% (Much faster than average) | |
| 14,400 | |
What Fundraisers Do
Fundraisers organize events and campaigns to raise money and other kinds of donations for an organization.
Work Environment
Fundraisers work primarily for nonprofit organizations, including educational institutions, religious organizations, health research foundations, social services organizations, and political campaigns. Most work full time.
How to Become a Fundraiser
Fundraisers typically need a bachelor’s degree and strong communication and organizational skills. Employers generally prefer candidates who have studied public relations, journalism, communications, English, or business.
Pay
The median annual wage for fundraisers was $59,610 in May 2020.
Job Outlook
Employment of fundraisers is projected to grow 14 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment growth is expected to be driven by the continued need of various types of organizations to raise money.
State & Area Data
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Similar Occupations
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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