Major Gifts Officer
Major Gifts Officers cultivate, solicit, and manage major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. They play a crucial role in fundraising and development for non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and other entities seeking financial support.
The Role
Major Gifts Officers identify potential donors, build relationships with them, and develop personalized solicitation strategies. They research and assess donors' philanthropic interests, capacity, and motivations to determine the most appropriate approach. Effective Major Gifts Officers possess strong communication, interpersonal, and persuasion skills.
Their responsibilities include: