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Fundraisers
Description
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.
Common Tasks
- Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.
- Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs.
- Create or update donor databases.
- Design or produce materials such as posters, Web sites, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events.
- Develop corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $30.34 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $9.77 and $52.31 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $63,109.96 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $20,313.49 and $108,822.98 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 320 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 15.6% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 370.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $28.00 with the median annual salary reaching $58,556.
