Also called: Chief Development Officer, Fundraising Director
Leads all fundraising for a nonprofit — from big donors to annual campaigns.
Reviews this month's donations against goal, coaches a major gifts officer, and meets a family considering a $1 million gift. Plans the spring gala and writes the year-end appeal.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 10 years after high school. Bachelor's in any field plus 7-10 years of fundraising; CFRE credential is common.
Ways in: 4-year college, On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years).
Low risk for 10 years. AI drafts appeals and finds likely donors; leading a fundraising team and closing million-dollar gifts stay human.
Classes: Speech, Business, AP English Language.
Official data: O*NET occupation 11-2033.
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