# 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. - Code: 13-1131.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 13-1131) - Family: [Business & Financial](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-13), one of its 50 occupations - Tasks: 28 tasks (24 core and 4 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/13-1131.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/13-1131.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Identify and build relationships with potential donors. Core task · Task 18917 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 2. Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors. Core task · Task 18922 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 3. Write and send letters of thanks to donors. Core task · Task 18931 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 4. Solicit cash or in-kind donations or sponsorships from individual, business, or government donors. Core task · Task 18923 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 5. Create or update donor databases. Core task · Task 18907 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 6. Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions. Core task · Task 18912 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 7. Develop or implement fundraising activities, such as annual giving campaigns or direct mail programs. Core task · Task 18911 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 8. Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations. Core task · Task 18925 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 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 task · Task 18926 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 10. Develop fundraising activity plans that maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs. Core task · Task 18910 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 11. Direct or supervise fundraising staff, including volunteer staff members. Core task · Task 18914 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 12. Establish fundraising or participation goals for special events or specified time periods. Core task · Task 18915 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 13. Monitor progress of fundraising drives. Core task · Task 18919 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 14. Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising events. Core task · Task 18921 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 15. Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs. Core task · Task 18906 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 16. Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships. Core task · Task 18905 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 17. Write reports or prepare presentations to communicate fundraising program data. Core task · Task 18932 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 18. Explain the tax advantages of contributions to potential donors. Core task · Task 18916 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 19. Design or produce materials such as posters, Web sites, or newsletters to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events. Core task · Task 18908 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 20. Write speeches, press releases, or other promotional materials to increase awareness of the causes, missions, or goals of organizations seeking funds. Core task · Task 18924 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 21. Monitor budgets, expense reports, or other financial data for fundraising organizations. Core task · Task 18918 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 22. Plan and direct special events for fundraising, such as silent auctions, dances, golf events, or walks. Core task · Task 18920 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 23. Direct or coordinate Web-based fundraising activities, such as online auctions or donation Web sites. Core task · Task 18913 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 24. Secure speakers for charitable events, community meetings, or conferences to increase awareness of charitable, nonprofit, or political causes. Core task · Task 18930 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 25. Develop corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching. Supplemental task · Task 18909 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 26. Coordinate transportation or delivery of materials, supplies, or donations for fundraising events. Supplemental task · Task 18927 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2021 27. Develop and maintain media contact lists. Supplemental task · Task 18928 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2021 28. Prepare materials such as fundraising envelopes, bid sheets, or gift bags for charitable events. 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