Fundraiser

** Fundraiser Director ** (All information is provided from [|www.careercurising.com])

 **Career Description:** When non-profit organizations need to raise money and awareness for their cause, they hire fundraisers. These professionals evaluate the financial needs of an organization and create plans to secure funding. They use a variety of means to raise money, from the grassroots approach of community bake sales to sophisticated direct-marketing campaigns. Fundraisers work for all sizes of organizations, from small non-profit agencies to large international organizations. But, regardless of the size and scope of the cause, they use similar approaches to raise funds. They identify the need of the organization and create a strategy to meet that need. Fundraisers are motivators, coaches, and leaders. Often, they are responsible for directing teams of paid staff and volunteers. They forge relationships with individuals and corporations that help them raise money. Using the media, word of mouth, and advertising to raise public awareness and money, they are constantly selling their cause, often in stiff competition with other fundraisers. This type of work requires that fundraisers care deeply about their cause. Fundraising events often take on extravagant proportions, all aimed at encouraging people to give money. Events such as formal dinners, charity softball games, marathons, and telethons are examples of fundraising activities. The fundraising experience can be frustrating, as requests for money are often rejected. However, a successful and well-run campaign far outweighs any headaches. The rewards are many and there is a great feeling of pride in knowing that a fundraiser’s hard work has enabled the organization to help others and meet its financial goals.

** Skills Needed: **
 * Develop fundraising strategies
 * Raise money and awareness using the media, word of mouth, and advertising
 * Plan fundraising events such as formal dinners and marathons
 * Direct teams of paid staff and volunteers
 * Network with individuals and corporations

** Education/Certification/Other Requirements: **
 * Post-secondary education is preferred
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Most have a bachelor’s degree
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Professional certification is available

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">** Salary Information **


 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">$30,000 to $120,000 a year
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Managers in large organizations earn the most
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Earnings depend on employer, location, education, and experience

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