Major Gifts Officer

Fundraising & Development
Written By Thomas Kurtz

Also known as: Individual Giving Officer

What this role does
Builds relationships with donors who make significant financial contributions.

Day-to-day work includes

  • Meeting with donors

  • Writing proposals and reports

  • Tracking donor engagement

  • Coordinating recognition

Skills

  • Listening

  • Persuasive writing

  • Emotional intelligence

  • Organization

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Typical entry path
Development Associate → Officer

Salary
$80k–$120k

Related roles
Director of Development · Institutional Partnerships Officer

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