Foundation Operations and Development Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Foundation Operations and Development Director make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Foundation Operations and Development Director in the United States is $192,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

However, a Foundation Operations and Development Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $239,960
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,590 to $217,290
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,265
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Foundation Operations and Development Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $217,290 $18,108 $4,179 $104
Average $192,390 $16,033 $3,700 $92
25th Percentile $153,590 $12,799 $2,954 $74
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Key Factors That Influence Foundation Operations and Development Director Salaries

A Foundation Operations and Development Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Foundation Operations and Development Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Foundation Operations and Development Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Corporate Development and Contributions Manager (0-5 years): $100,686
  • Director of Philanthropy (5+ years): $146,678
  • Foundation Fundraising Officer (5+ years): $178,474
  • Foundation Operations and Development Director (5+ years): $192,385
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Corporate Development and Contributions Manager0-5 years$100,686
Director of Philanthropy5+ years$146,678
Foundation Fundraising Officer5+ years$178,474
Foundation Operations and Development Director5+ years$192,385
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Top Paying Cities for Foundation Operations and Development Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $242,690
  • San Francisco: $239,990
  • Oakland: $234,990

What Skills Can Increase a Foundation Operations and Development Director's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 16.98% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Community Health (Mentioned in 0.94% Job Postings): Community health refers to simple health services that are delivered by laymen outside hospitals and clinics.
  • Direct Mail (Mentioned in 0.94% Job Postings): Direct mail is a form of marketing that involves sending a physical piece of promotional material through the U.S. Postal Service or other courier service to a home or business. Some recipients refer to it as junk mail.
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Leadership 16.98%
Community Health 0.94%
Direct Mail 0.94%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Foundation Operations and Development Director's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 71%.
  • Influencing: Can increase your salary by up to 41%.
  • Entrepreneurship: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
 $328,987
71%
Influencing
 $271,270
41%
Entrepreneurship
 $252,031
31%
Management Skills
 $236,640
23%
Motivating
 $219,325
14%
Social Media Strategy
 $219,325
14%
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Foundation Operations and Development Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Foundation Operations and Development Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $205,398. While startup companies pay approximate $174,637.

Foundation Operations and Development Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$174,637
Growth Stage51~500$184,463
Established501~5000$198,606
Enterprise5000+$205,398

Foundation Operations and Development Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Foundation Operations and Development Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Foundation Operations and Development Director positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Foundation Operations and Development Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Foundation Operations and Development Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$211,629$102.010%

Foundation Operations and Development Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Foundation Operations and Development Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$153,590
Average $192,390/year
$217,290
$12,799
Average $16,033/month
$18,108
$2,954
Average $3,700/week
$4,179
$74
Average $92/hour
$104
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $217,290 $18,108 $4,179 $104
Average $192,390 $16,033 $3,700 $92
25th Percentile $153,590 $12,799 $2,954 $74

Foundation Operations and Development Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Foundation Operations and Development Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chief Executive Officer - Non-Profit Organization role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $247,500 - a projected growth of 29% over your current level.

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Salary Trends for Foundation Operations and Development Director

Salaries for a Foundation Operations and Development Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $190,701 in 2023 to around $190,045 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Foundation Operations and Development Director salary trends, .

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