Careers in Fundraising

One thought that struck me as I read this book is that I wish it had been available when I made a career switch several years ago. I recommend it to individuals who engage me for career networking interviews. It also provides a good uplift to professionals already in the field - the numerous resources are worth the price of the book alone! The book is very readable and full of wonderful advice and wisdom - a trademark of the author.

This book reminds us that philanthropy is noble, and that a career in fundraising is a challenging but worthy professional path. The book offers very practical approaches to fundraising, and to coping with the stresses and triumphs of the profession. It's a practical handbook for every professional who seeks success in fundraising. -Adam G. Martinez

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 Even if this book gets out of date, the references and referrals it makes will remain relevant for quite some time.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

Everyone can use a great mentor. This book is the equivalent of several great mentors rolled into one. It is a wonderful resource for a job seeker, career changer or someone who wants to take their career " to the next level."

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.