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How much does a Foundation Fundraising Officer make in the United States? The average Foundation Fundraising Officer salary in the United States is $187,140 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $155,810 and $223,850. 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.

Foundation Fundraising Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Foundation Fundraising Officer Salary $127,286 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Foundation Fundraising Officer Salary $155,810 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Foundation Fundraising Officer Salary $187,140 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Foundation Fundraising Officer Salary $223,850 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Foundation Fundraising Officer Salary $257,273 US March 26, 2024
25% $155,810 10% $127,286 90% $257,273 75% $223,850 $187,140 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Foundation Fundraising Officer develops policies designed to maximize foundation funding and develops goals and strategies for all fundraising campaigns. Directs and oversees all policies, objectives, and initiatives regarding foundation activities for an association. Being a Foundation Fundraising Officer develops policies for the grant review and approval process. Meets with donors and prospective donors to create and foster relationships. In addition, Foundation Fundraising Officer typically requires a bachelor's degree. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Typically reports to a board of directors/trustees. The Foundation Fundraising Officer manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Foundation Fundraising Officer typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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