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How much do development fundraising jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for development fundraising in Boca Raton, FL is $60,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,200.00 and $72,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is development fundraising?

Development fundraising is the process of securing financial support for nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, or other entities through donations, grants, and sponsorships. Professionals in this field build relationships with donors, organize fundraising campaigns, and write grant proposals to generate funds that support an organization’s mission and programs. The role often involves strategic planning, donor stewardship, and event coordination. Successful development fundraising ensures an organization has the resources needed to achieve its goals.

How does a Development Fundraising professional typically collaborate with program staff to create compelling donor proposals?

Development Fundraising professionals often work closely with program staff to gather detailed information about organizational initiatives, outcomes, and funding needs. This collaboration ensures that donor proposals are accurate, impactful, and aligned with both the mission and the interests of potential supporters. Regular meetings, information sharing, and joint planning sessions are common, helping fundraising staff translate programmatic achievements into compelling narratives that inspire donor investment.

What is the difference between Development Fundraising vs Development Coordinator?

AspectDevelopment FundraisingDevelopment Coordinator
Primary RoleSecuring funds through campaigns, donor outreach, and major giftsSupporting fundraising activities, managing donor databases, and coordinating events
Required SkillsFundraising strategies, donor relations, communicationAdministrative skills, communication, database management
Work EnvironmentFundraising departments, nonprofit organizationsFundraising teams, nonprofit offices

Development Fundraising focuses on actively securing donations and building donor relationships, while Development Coordinators support these efforts through administrative tasks and event coordination. Both roles are essential in nonprofit fundraising, but Development Fundraising involves more strategic donor engagement and revenue generation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Development Fundraising, and why are they important?

To thrive in Development Fundraising, you need strong relationship-building, communication, and persuasive writing skills, often supported by a background in nonprofit management or fundraising. Familiarity with donor management software (such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce), CRM systems, and fundraising certifications like CFRE are typically valuable. Outstanding interpersonal skills, adaptability, and strategic thinking set successful fundraisers apart. These abilities are crucial for building donor trust, securing funding, and supporting the mission of the organization.
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Development & Communications Associate

Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida Inc

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 hours ago


Job description

Description:

Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, Inc. (CCLA) established in 2003 is a Legal Services Corporation (LSC) funded, non-profit organization. CCLA provides free civil legal services to low-income and otherwise eligible residents of Broward County and is located in Plantation, Florida, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale. Our mission is to provide equal justice to underserved communities through quality and innovative free civil legal aid. CCLA provides legal advocacy for individuals in our community, helping thousands of economically disadvantaged residents to gain greater access to justice and much-needed legal assistance to remove barriers to a healthy and stable life.


CCLA provides legal assistance in the areas of Family Law & Victims of Crime, Economic Advocacy & Community Health (public benefits), and Senior Law for people age 60 and older. At CCLA, we provide quality civil legal representation and equal access to justice, regardless of their income. CCLA’s vision is a community where everyone has the legal resources to thrive.


CCLA is currently seeking a hardworking, compassionate Development & Communications Associate to support CCLA’s visibility, community engagement, and fundraising growth through integrated marketing and communications efforts. This role manages and creates content across digital, print, and social platforms; ensures consistent branding and messaging; and uses data and analytics to measure impact. The Associate also supports fundraising campaigns, donor communications, website updates, and event promotion, while collaborating closely with development, program, and leadership teams. The ideal candidate is a creative, detail-oriented communicator with strong storytelling skills, experience in digital marketing tools, and a passion for social impact and CCLA’s mission.


Specific Position Duties:

Marketing & Communications

  • Develop and manage content across digital, print, and media platforms while ensuring consistent brand voice and alignment with CCLA’s mission. Support digital advertising, SEO, and graphic design efforts, and use data and KPIs to align messaging with target audiences and measure communications impact.

Social Media Management

  • Manage CCLA’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, Google Business Profile, and Link Tree).
  • Create and schedule posts, track engagement, and analyze performance metrics.
  • Ensure timely responses and consistent community interaction.

Fundraising & Development Support

  • Support marketing efforts for fundraising campaigns, events, and donor outreach.
  • Assist in producing campaign collateral for Giving Tuesday, year-end appeals, and special initiatives.
  • Update donor communications and maintain storytelling that highlights CCLA’s impact.

Website & Digital Content

  • Update website content and assist with managing online resources.
  • Track analytics to improve website engagement and user experience.

Events & Outreach

  • Assist with planning, promoting, and documenting CCLA events, including educational workshops, fundraising events, and community outreach activities.
  • Capture photos and videos for marketing use.

Administrative & Cross-Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with the Development, Program, and Executive teams to ensure cohesive messaging.
  • Maintain media lists, contact databases, and marketing archives.
  • Manage outreach software including email marketing (ex. Constant Contact), social media (ex. Hootsuite), and donor management (ex. Donor Perfect).
  • Develop and implement data management and generate solicitation lists for online and offline fundraising programs.
  • Participating in continuous professional development and trainings.
  • Assist in advancing CCLA’s Strategic Plan goals.
  • Maintain CCLA’s nonpartisan identity and adhere to all applicable rules, regulations, and guidance from funders in communications.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 1–3 years of experience in marketing, communications, or nonprofit outreach preferred.
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Proficiency with social media platforms and content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
  • Working knowledge of email marketing tools and website CMS platforms (e.g., Constant Contact, WordPress, Hootsuite, InDesign).
  • Ability to perform duties with the highest regard for confidentiality, integrity, and respect.
  • Due to funder requirements, all applicants must pass a background check before employment begins. https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Here at CCLA we offer our employees an outstanding and generous benefits package, which includes medical, vision, dental (100% employer paid for individual coverage), life, short-term, long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid coverage), supplemental insurance, and a 403(b) plan (tax-sheltered annuity plan) with an employer contribution.


Additionally, CCLA offers substantial discounts on gym memberships, parks, travel, pet insurance, and more, contributing to our employees' overall well-being.


CCLA is very proud of our work-life balance by giving our employees a substantial paid time off package which includes, vacation, sick leave and over 12 holidays a year.


At CCLA, we foster a positive and supportive work environment where we work hard to provide exceptional service to our community. The work is both challenging and rewarding, and we take pride in the commitment and dedication of our team.


For more information about CCLA, please visit our website at www.coasttocoastlegalaid.org.

CCLA is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

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