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CAIR San Diego

Development Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing CAIR-San Diego's fundraising efforts including annual fundraising, donor development, and special events. The Development ...

CAIR San Diego

Development Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing CAIR-San Diego's fundraising efforts including annual fundraising, donor development, and special events. The Development ...

CAIR LA

Senior Development Manager

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Manage donor portfolio in collaboration with the Director of Development * Oversee the creation and implementation of the donor recognition programs with support from the Donor Experience Manager

CAIR LA

Senior Development Manager

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Manage donor portfolio in collaboration with the Director of Development * Oversee the creation and implementation of the donor recognition programs with support from the Donor Experience Manager

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How much do donor development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for donor development manager in the United States is $77,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Donor Development Manager?

A Donor Development Manager is a fundraising professional responsible for building and maintaining relationships with donors to support an organization's mission. They identify potential donors, develop strategies to engage and steward current supporters, and coordinate fundraising campaigns and events. Their work often involves communicating the impact of donations, managing donor databases, and ensuring a positive donor experience. Donor Development Managers play a key role in securing financial resources for nonprofits, charities, or educational institutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Donor Development Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Donor Development Manager, you need a solid background in fundraising, relationship management, and strategic planning, often supported by a degree in nonprofit management, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with donor management software (such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce) and experience with CRM systems and fundraising analytics are typically essential. Exceptional interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, and emotional intelligence help in building lasting donor relationships and securing major gifts. These skills are crucial for cultivating donor loyalty, achieving fundraising targets, and advancing organizational missions.

What is the difference between Donor Development Manager vs Fundraising Coordinator?

AspectDonor Development ManagerFundraising Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in donor relations or fundraisingBachelor's degree, entry-level fundraising experience
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, charities, educational institutionsNonprofits, community organizations, event planning teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations focusing on donor relations and major giftsUsed in organizations managing fundraising events and campaigns

The Donor Development Manager typically has more experience and focuses on building relationships with major donors and securing large gifts. The Fundraising Coordinator often handles event planning and campaign support. Both roles are essential in nonprofit fundraising but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by Donor Development Managers in building and maintaining long-term donor relationships?

Donor Development Managers often face the challenge of balancing personalized engagement with a large portfolio of donors, ensuring each donor feels valued while meeting fundraising targets. Another common challenge is adapting communication strategies to suit diverse donor preferences and motivations. Additionally, maintaining accurate records and tracking donor interactions can be demanding, particularly in organizations with limited resources. Overcoming these challenges typically involves effective use of CRM systems, strong collaboration with fundraising and communications teams, and ongoing professional development.
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Donor Development Coordinator AmeriCorps VISTA

Take Stock in Children

Doral, FL • On-site

$40K - $54K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description
About VISTA National ServiceMembers: Members make a year-long, full-time commitment to serve on a specific project at a nonprofit organization or public agency. AmeriCorps VISTA is open to all U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent resident aliens age 18 and older. Members receive a modest living allowance ($12,800 per year). Members who serve for a year also receive health coverage, childcare, if needed, and other benefits. After successful completion of a term of service, members can choose to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award (approx. $5000) or post-service stipend
About Take Stock in Children: Take Stock in Children was established in 1995 as a non-profit organization in Florida that provides a unique opportunity for deserving low-income youth/students, many from minority families, to escape the cycle of poverty through education.
The mission of Take Stock in Children is to passionately promote
personal growth, self-responsibility, and academic success for
deserving low-income children by providing a unique set of
resources including mentors, scholarships, long-term support, student
advocacy, and a guaranteed educational opportunity.
Please visit our Website for more information www.takestockinchildren.org
Goal of the Project: The Pathways to Building Capacity project will enhance TSIC program capacity in order to support program excellence and growth by providing resources that enhance mentoring services, community awareness, alumni activities and donor development. Through these advancements, more low-income students will be provided with mentors, academic guidance, and college scholarships. The Donor Development Coordinator will provide support to 40 local TSIC programs with the goal of promoting resource development and enhancing donor relations. Pre/Post survey of TSIC local affiliates receiving member services will report that the services provided helped make the organization more effective. Additionally, the member providing donor capacity building at this site will raise $30,000 to support improved student services for current TSIC students.
Job Description
AmeriCorps VISTA Donor Development Coordinator will...
  • Create and manage donor recognition campaign and associated materials (award certificates, donor letters, newsletters, press releases etc.)
  • Implement a tracking system that monitors frequency of communication and contributions associated with communication points. Maintain donor database records.
  • Create the protocol and systems used to collect and archive donor information.
  • Track donor solicitations.
  • Track contributions received.
  • Assist in the implementation of fundraising events state-wide.
  • Create a calendar of state-wide fundraising events.
  • Coordinate communication and the distribution of event materials between the TSIC State office and local programs in relation to state-wide fundraising initiatives.
  • Work with TSIC staff at both the state and local level to solicit event sponsors and promote event participation.
  • Perform research to identify individual donors, foundations, and grants with a giving history that aligns with the TSIC mission.
  • Perform and organize research into donor categories and amounts.
  • Create system to prioritize solicitations according to estimated probability of success and potential amount secured.
  • Distribute information collected through the TSIC leadership network/ Board of Director to identify potential connections to targeted donors.
  • Solicit donations through submitted proposals/ask-letters.
  • Create a sustainable system to transfer project specific knowledge and protocols to the next Vista, volunteer or TSIC staff person.
  • Create outlines for each activity performed.
  • Compile contact lists and resource samples for all activities performed.
  • Create a Donor Development Handbook outlining results of all research, activities, trainings and materials created, along with best practice tips and challenges based on the member's service year experience.

Qualifications
TSIC VISTA members should have a college degree or post-secondary certification, be creative, passionate, hard-working and committed to bringing individuals and communities out of poverty through education.
Additional Information
Are you ready to serve? If so please upload your cover letter and resume through our Smart Recruiters portal.
Thank you for your interest in becoming an AmeriCorps Vista member for 2016-2017.

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