Careers in Fundraising (AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (The AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) [Paperback]

Lilya Wagner (Author)

Book Description

Series: The AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series | Publication Date: October 25, 2001

Everything you need to know to launch your career in fundraising

Careers in Fundraising provides expert guidance on professional opportunities in the field of fundraising, including topics on professional development, on-the-job issues, and the significance of fundraising as a career. This comprehensive resource covers all the important aspects of the profession, and also addresses the personal mission and commitment necessary for success in the field. An overview of the nonprofit sector provides needed background, and sidebars from professional fundraisers and students enhance and complement the content of each chapter. Careers in Fundraising will help you:
* Learn where and how to get the education and the training you need for a career in fundraising
* Discover the personal and professional traits of a successful fundraising professional
* Explore the many different types of positions available in the field-and find the one that's right for you


You'll find a wealth of useful, specialized material such as successful career case studies and tips on international fundraising and on-the-job stress. Relevant bibliographic information is featured at the end of each chapter, and listings of helpful Internet sites and important statistics are included. Careers in Fundraising offers up-to-date and in-depth advice for students interested in an exciting career and professionals looking for a new challenge.

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Everything you need to know to launch your career in fundraising

Careers in Fundraising provides expert guidance on professional opportunities in the field of fundraising, including topics on professional development, on-the-job issues, and the significance of fundraising as a career. This comprehensive resource covers all the important aspects of the profession, and also addresses the personal mission and commitment necessary for success in the field. An overview of the nonprofit sector provides needed background, and sidebars from professional fundraisers and students enhance and complement the content of each chapter. Careers in Fundraising will help you:

• Learn where and how to get the education and the training you need for a career in fundraising
• Discover the personal and professional traits of a successful fundraising professional
• Explore the many different types of positions available in the field–and find the one that’s right for you

You’ll find a wealth of useful, specialized material such as successful career case studies and tips on international fundraising and on-the-job stress. Relevant bibliographic information is featured at the end of each chapter, and listings of helpful Internet sites and important statistics are included. Careers in Fundraising offers up-to-date and in-depth advice for students interested in an exciting career and professionals looking for a new challenge.

About the Author

LILYA WAGNER, EdD, CFRE, has been associated with the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University since January 1991. She is a frequent workshop and seminar presenter and speaker who works with fundraising curricula, and is a faculty member at The Fund Raising School, which provides fundraising training internationally. She is also a member of the philanthropic studies faculty at Indiana University. She speaks and writes extensively on philanthropy, fundraising, and nonprofit management.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (October 25, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471403598
• ISBN-13: 978-0471403593
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #699,666 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable resource for someone considering a career in fundraising, June 30, 2006

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Gingi1976 (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Careers in Fundraising (AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (The AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (Paperback)

A previous poster commented that this book was helpful for the person who knew little to nothing about careers in fundraising. I could not disagree more. It used to be that people fell into fundraising mid-career after "doing something else." Today, more and more people are choosing fundraising as a career and as the field grows and develops, so does the need for professional/career resources. As a development officer, there is so much more to fundraising than asking for money. This book does an excellent job of answering questions that someone considering a career in fundraising may have, while providing practical and proven advice for those who already work on the development field. Not only have I used this book in my own professional like, I have and will continue to recommend it to others.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A valuable guide to this profession, June 30, 2006

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Susan C. Dempsey "philanthropy editor" (NY, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Careers in Fundraising (AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (The AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (Paperback)

After reading Careers in Fund Raising, I've recommended it to numerous people considering beginning or changing their careers to become nonprofit professionals. In fact, I've given copies to a number of people, who've reported it extremely helpful. The author's background as both a fundraiser and instructor offers a well-informed perspective. In addition to knowledge of the sector, Wagner provides a sense of the traits and skills that help to make a good fundraiser. It's a valuable resource - and an enjoyable read.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have, July 2, 2006

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Liesel Aron (Memphis, TN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Careers in Fundraising (AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (The AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) (Paperback)

This book takes the reader from an understanding of how fundraising fits into today's world to concrete suggestions on how to be the best professional.

The book is very valuable for anyone thinking of entering the field. The resources, most of which remain relevant even with the passing of time, are quite helpful.

Not just for the beginner. This book helped me think about how to handle the stress of the job - good suggestions on the topic.

As someone wanting to change careers, I found several chapters applicable to my situation, both in the how-to and the possibilities for employment.

Even if this book gets out of date, the references and referrals it makes will remain relevant for quite some time.

The first few chapters were particularly interesting and succint in delving into the U.S. traditions of the fundraising profession.

While this book doesn't provide all the answers, it does provide a great foundation for further discussion with mentors, peers, and even my colleagues.

Reading this book makes me think I'm part of a great profession!