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How much do development fundraising jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for development fundraising in Raleigh, NC is $62,346.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $74,400.00 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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Infographic showing various Development Fundraising job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,346 per year, or $30 per hour.

Development Coordinator - Foundation

UNC Health Careers

Smithfield, NC • On-site

$23.24 - $33.41/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary:
The Development Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all office activities (including processing of donations, correspondence, gift acknowledgements and management of the donor database), special events and annual fundraising efforts for the Foundation. The Development Coordinator is accountable for ensuring that mission values are translated and integrated into daily work performance and relationships. Works in collaboration with the Foundation leadership, Foundation Board, committee members and volunteers.

This position requires onsite presence and supports UNC Health Johnston's foundation department.

Responsibilities:
1. Assist the Executive Director with coordination of foundation activities.
2. Coordinate Foundation Board and Committee meetings by providing assistance and ongoing education to Board and Executive Director. Assist with development of agenda and packets, complete minutes, and provide all other necessary supportive documents.
3. Organize and maintain department records, office files and supplies.
4. Develop and implement a comprehensive annual giving plan including strategies for effective donor identification (including physician giving, grateful patients and their families, and hospital staff), cultivation, solicitation and stewardship
5. Follow all processes, policies and procedures for proper stewardship of gifts, including gift accounting, donor database management, recognition and reporting.
6. Process donations and prepare acknowledgement letters and other correspondence in a timely manner.Identify potential donors as well as cultivate relationships with donors and friends in a way that encourages annual giving. Coordinate, implement, and promote fundraising events. Provide direction, oversight and support to fundraising volunteers. Provide support to special initiatives.
7. Coordinate direct mail process for acquiring and renewing annual donors. Develop and oversee the implementation of the marketing strategy for the annual gift campaign including all printed materials, e-communications, social media, and the website
8. Coordinate with teammates to plan and implement cultivation and stewardship events for annual donors. Develop comprehensive strategy to educate donors, the community, board members and volunteers about planned giving strategies to build long term support.


Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or equivalent
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Professional Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of related non-profit volunteer, fundraising and leadership experience.
Associates degree and six (6) years of related non-profit volunteer, fundraising and leadership experience.
High school diploma and ten (10) years of related non-profit volunteer, fundraising and leadership experience.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Internet savvy, and proficient in the use of Microsoft office software (specifically Word and Excel).
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Position requires strong oral and written communication skills.
The ability to interact with the public and staff at all levels is essential.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Analytical skills are necessary for problem solving and decision making.


Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: Johnston Health

Organization Unit: Foundation

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $23.24 - $33.41 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Smithfield

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes


This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.


Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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