How much does a Chief Fundraising Officer make in Chicago, IL? The average Chief Fundraising Officer salary in Chicago, IL is $255,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $199,400 and $328,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Chief Fundraising Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Fundraising Officer Salary $148,415 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Fundraising Officer Salary $199,400 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Fundraising Officer Salary $255,400 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Fundraising Officer Salary $328,700 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Fundraising Officer Salary $395,436 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $199,400 10% $148,415 90% $395,436 75% $328,700 $255,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief Fundraising Officer develops fundraising strategies and campaigns. Plans and directs all aspects of an organization's fundraising policies and capital development initiatives. Being a Chief Fundraising Officer requires a bachelor's degree. Researches new methods of fundraising and determines feasibility of new fundraising programs. In addition, Chief Fundraising Officer demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Typically reports to top management. The Chief Fundraising Officer manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Chief Fundraising Officer typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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