Fundraising managers
SOC Code: 11-2033Also known as:
Account Manager, Account Supervisor, Advancement Director, Annual Giving Director, Campaign Manager
Median Annual Salary
$123,480
+4.2% growth (2024-2034)
4K
Openings/Year
46K
Current Jobs
What Fundraising managers Do
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.
💰 Salary
$123,480
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+4.2%
Faster than average
🎓 Education
Bachelor's degree
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
4K
Projected average per year
👔 Work Experience
5 years or more
Required before entry
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
45,700
Projected Employment (2034)
47,600
Related Careers
Advertising and promotions managers
$126,960 •
-2.2% growth
Public relations managers
$138,520 •
+5.0% growth
Social and community service managers
$78,240 •
+6.4% growth
Fundraisers
$66,490 •
+4.3% growth
Public relations specialists
$69,780 •
+4.8% growth
Top Skills Required
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Persuasion
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.
- Manage fundraising budgets.
- Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.
- Plan and direct special events for fundraising, such as silent auctions, dances, golf events, or walks.
- Establish goals for soliciting funds, develop policies for collection and safeguarding of contributions, and coordinate disbursement of funds.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, government officials, and media representatives and use these relationships to develop new fundraising opportunities.
- Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.
- Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs.
- Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, charitable donation history, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.
- Write interesting and effective press releases, prepare information for media kits, and develop and maintain company internet or intranet Web pages.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Bachelor's Degree
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Fundraising managers
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a fundraising managers:
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
50,466 degrees awarded •
957 colleges offer this program
Organizational Leadership
15,674 degrees awarded •
525 colleges offer this program
Communication, General
11,299 degrees awarded •
366 colleges offer this program
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
4,077 degrees awarded •
162 colleges offer this program
Public Relations/Image Management
4,061 degrees awarded •
152 colleges offer this program
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
2,454 degrees awarded •
185 colleges offer this program
Communication Management and Strategic Communications
1,956 degrees awarded •
55 colleges offer this program
Grantsmanship
13 degrees awarded •
2 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Fundraising managers
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become fundraising managers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do fundraising managers make?
The median annual salary for fundraising managers is $123,480.
What education do fundraising managers need?
Most fundraising managers positions require a bachelor's degree.
Common degree programs include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Organizational Leadership, Communication, General.
Is becoming fundraising managers a good career choice?
Fundraising managers is projected to see +4.2% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is about average for all occupations. With approximately 3,600 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for fundraising managers?
Top colleges for aspiring fundraising managers include
University of California-Los Angeles, University of Georgia, University of California-Santa Barbara, University of Florida, Boston University.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to fundraising managers?
Fundraising managers may also be known as: Account Manager, Account Supervisor, Advancement Director, Annual Giving Director, Campaign Manager, Canvass Director, Community Manager, Development Director, Donor Engagement Director, Donor Relations Manager, Foundation Director, Funding Coordinator, Fundraising and Marketing Director, Fundraising Campaign Manager, Fundraising Director, Fundraising Events Manager, Fundraising Manager, Funds Development Director, Grants Management Specialist, Grants Manager.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.