Fundraisers
Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Fundraisers to increase by 5.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 140,900 to 148,700 jobs. Its estimate of 10,000 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($72,550), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
140,900
Projected employment (2034)
148,700
Projected change (2024–2034)
6%
Annual openings (projected average)
10,000
Pay & Preparation
$72,550
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Speaking (4.12/5) • Writing (4/5) • Persuasion (4/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Negotiation (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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