Fundraisers — Tasks

Task statements

• Identify and build relationships with potential donors.
• Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.
• Write and send letters of thanks to donors.
• Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government 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.
• Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.
• Direct or supervise fundraising staff, including volunteer staff members.
• Establish fundraising or participation goals for special events or specified time periods.
• Monitor progress of fundraising drives.
• Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising events.
• Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs.
• Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.
• Write reports or prepare presentations to communicate fundraising program data.
• Explain the tax advantages of contributions to potential donors.
• Design or produce materials such as posters, Web sites, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events.
• Write speeches, press releases, or other promotional materials to increase awareness of the causes, missions, or goals of organizations seeking funds.
• Monitor budgets, expense reports, or other financial data for fundraising organizations.
• Plan and direct special events for fundraising, such as silent auctions, dances, golf events, or walks.
• Direct or coordinate Web-based fundraising activities, such as online auctions or donation Web sites.
• Secure speakers for charitable events, community meetings, or conferences to increase awareness of charitable, nonprofit, or political causes.
• Develop corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching.
• Coordinate transportation or delivery of materials, supplies, or donations for fundraising events.
• Develop and maintain media contact lists.
• Prepare materials such as fundraising envelopes, bid sheets, or gift bags for charitable events.