Also called: Museum Fundraiser, Major Gifts Officer
Raises money from donors, foundations, and companies to support museums and arts organizations.
They plan donor events, write grant proposals, and meet with philanthropists to ask for major gifts. A big gift might fund a new wing. It's people-focused and goal-driven.
Based on BLS fundraisers (13-1131), May 2024 estimates.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in any field; CFRE certification helps.
Ways in: 4-year college, Certification. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Arts Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years). BLS projects faster-than-average growth for fundraisers.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI drafts grant language and donor emails; building relationships with donors and foundations stays human.
Classes: AP English Language, Business or FBLA, Speech and debate.
Official data: O*NET occupation 13-1131.
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