Meeting a Need for Growing Nonprofits
Senior-level fundraising expertise is essential for nonprofits that want to grow—but not every organization can afford a full-time hire. That’s where a fractional fundraiser comes in: an experienced professional who works with your organization on a part-time or project basis, bringing deep expertise without the cost of a full-time salary.
8/5/20251 min read
The idea of fractional work has become increasingly popular. It means hiring someone with specialized knowledge and years of experience to help your organization move forward, even if you don’t have the budget or need for a full-time position.
Maybe your leadership team has a strong strategic plan and ambitious fundraising goals. But to achieve them, you need guidance from someone who’s seen it all before. Hiring a senior fundraiser full-time—especially for organizations with budgets under $10 million—can cost $90,000 or more. A junior hire might be more affordable, but without senior-level support, progress may be slow and uncertain.
A fractional fundraiser can focus on what matters most when the goal is attracting new revenue:
• Accelerate annual giving
• Manage grant writing
• Bring fresh perspective to your communications
• Build and segment donor lists, prepare for solicitation
You only pay for the expertise and hours you need—helping you achieve results faster and more efficiently.
Nonprofits like yours do vital work: addressing hunger and income inequality, providing access to education, advocating for fair employment and policing, and breaking the cycle of poverty. Unlike universities or hospitals, you may not have a large donor base or grateful alumni. And unlike those large institutions, your prospective donors are not the beneficiaries of your work. Yet your impact is tremendous.
Whether you run a food pantry, teach night classes, mentor youth, or care for the elderly, your mission matters. Having the right fundraising partner can help you reach your goals and expand your impact.
Fractional fundraising support can be a flexible, cost-effective way for nonprofits to reach their goals. If you’re exploring new ways to strengthen your development efforts, consider how a fractional approach might fit your organization’s needs.