Occupation information for Fundraisers District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Identify and build relationships with potential donors.
• Write and send letters of thanks to donors.
• Create or update donor databases.
• Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.
• Develop or implement fundraising activities, such as annual giving campaigns or direct mail programs.
• Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.
• Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, charitable donation history, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.
• Direct or supervise fundraising staff, including volunteer staff members.
• Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.
• Establish fundraising or participation goals for special events or specified time periods.

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• Automobiles or cars
• Laser fax machine
• Laser printers
• Notebook computers
• Personal computers

Technology:

• Customer relationship management CRM software
• Data base reporting software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Desktop publishing software
• Electronic mail software

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