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Fundraisers

Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.

Tasks
28 tasks24 core, 4 supplemental
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Business & FinancialOne of its 50 occupations
Code
13-1131.00SOC 2018: 13-1131

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24 core tasks and 4 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Identify and build relationships with potential donors.Core taskTask 18917Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  2. Task 2. Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.Core taskTask 18922Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  3. Task 3. Write and send letters of thanks to donors.Core taskTask 18931Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  4. Task 4. Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government donors.Core taskTask 18923Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  5. Task 5. Create or update donor databases.Core taskTask 18907Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  6. Task 6. Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.Core taskTask 18912Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  7. Task 7. Develop or implement fundraising activities, such as annual giving campaigns or direct mail programs.Core taskTask 18911Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  8. Task 8. Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.Core taskTask 18925Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  9. Task 9. Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, charitable donation history, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.Core taskTask 18926Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  10. Task 10. Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.Core taskTask 18910Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  11. Task 11. Direct or supervise fundraising staff, including volunteer staff members.Core taskTask 18914Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  12. Task 12. Establish fundraising or participation goals for special events or specified time periods.Core taskTask 18915Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  13. Task 13. Monitor progress of fundraising drives.Core taskTask 18919Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  14. Task 14. Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising events.Core taskTask 18921Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  15. Task 15. Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs.Core taskTask 18906Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  16. Task 16. Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.Core taskTask 18905Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  17. Task 17. Write reports or prepare presentations to communicate fundraising program data.Core taskTask 18932Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  18. Task 18. Explain the tax advantages of contributions to potential donors.Core taskTask 18916Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  19. Task 19. Design or produce materials such as posters, Web sites, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events.Core taskTask 18908Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  20. Task 20. Write speeches, press releases, or other promotional materials to increase awareness of the causes, missions, or goals of organizations seeking funds.Core taskTask 18924Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  21. Task 21. Monitor budgets, expense reports, or other financial data for fundraising organizations.Core taskTask 18918Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  22. Task 22. Plan and direct special events for fundraising, such as silent auctions, dances, golf events, or walks.Core taskTask 18920Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  23. Task 23. Direct or coordinate Web-based fundraising activities, such as online auctions or donation Web sites.Core taskTask 18913Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  24. Task 24. Secure speakers for charitable events, community meetings, or conferences to increase awareness of charitable, nonprofit, or political causes.Core taskTask 18930Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  25. Task 25. Develop corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching.Supplemental taskTask 18909Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  26. Task 26. Coordinate transportation or delivery of materials, supplies, or donations for fundraising events.Supplemental taskTask 18927Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021
  27. Task 27. Develop and maintain media contact lists.Supplemental taskTask 18928Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021
  28. Task 28. Prepare materials such as fundraising envelopes, bid sheets, or gift bags for charitable events.Supplemental taskTask 18929Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021

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