1,637 Fundraising jobs in the United Kingdom

• Develop and implement an ambitious major donor fundraising strategy.
• Identify, research, and qualify prospective major donors and foundations.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with existing and prospective major donors.
• Plan and execute targeted cultivation and solicitation activities.
• Develop compelling proposals, case for support documents, and donor communications.
• Work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to engage them in fundraising efforts.
• Manage a portfolio of major donor prospects and key relationships.
• Track and report on fundraising progress against targets.
• Collaborate with other fundraising teams to ensure a cohesive approach.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of fundraising professionals.
• Organise high-level donor engagement events.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree or relevant professional qualification is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in fundraising, with a significant focus on major gifts and individual giving.
• Proven success in securing substantial financial gifts from individuals and foundations.
• Excellent understanding of donor cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation techniques.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Proficiency in CRM databases and fundraising software.
• A genuine passion for the organisation's mission and the charitable sector.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders.

Donor Relations Executive
Location: Home-based, with travel to Birmingham for monthly meetings, and occasional travel across our network for events
Contract: Contract, 37 hours per week
Pay rate: £14.40 per hour, PAYE

About the role
At Canal & River Trust, we care for 2,000 miles of canals and rivers, helping nature thrive, keeping history alive, and providing places for people to enjoy. None of this would be possible without the generosity of our supporters.
We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Donor Relations Executive to join our Fundraising Operations Team. Reporting to the Supporter Care Manager, you'll be at the heart of delivering an outstanding experience for our 32,000+ Friends and wider donor community. From ensuring every new supporter receives a warm welcome to creating engaging, tailored journeys, you'll play a vital role in strengthening supporter loyalty and inspiring long-term giving. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how thousands of people connect with our work and see the difference they make.
What you'll be doing

• Delivering exceptional supporter care through phone, email, post, and in-person channels.
• Designing and delivering exceptional supporter journeys - from the first welcome and thank you to ongoing stewardship - through tailored communications such as newsletters, thank you packs and engaging digital content, created in collaboration with fundraising and marketing colleagues.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to oversee the production of our flagship supporter magazine, Waterfront, producing inspiring articles that showcase the importance of supporter donations.
• Working with partners such as THINK and About Loyalty to analyse data and supporter feedback, identifying improvements and strengthening retention.
• Ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and legislation, including GDPR and the Fundraising Code of Practice, across all processes.
• Reporting on key KPIs, including cases, complaints, retention, cancellations, and campaign performance, using insights to drive improvements.
• Providing guidance to the Supporter Care Assistant, supporting quality control and cover where needed.
• Acting as a champion for fundraising standards and regulatory compliance across the directorate.
• Data analysis 

About you
You'll bring experience in a charity or similar organisation, excellent communication and copywriting skills, and confidence in analysing data to improve supporter experiences. Organised and collaborative, you'll thrive on building strong relationships, championing best practice, and ensuring every supporter feels genuinely valued.
What we offer
In return, you'll join a supportive, dedicated team, with flexible home-based working and the chance to play a central role in helping nature, heritage, and communities flourish by water.
Please note that this role requires regular travel to our Birmingham hub for monthly meetings, as well as occasional travel across our network for regional events throughout the year.

Donor Relations Executive

Fundraising Manager

We are looking for an experienced and adaptable Fundraising Manager to join the team, helping to drive sustainable income growth at an exciting time for the charity.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, ambitious organisation that’s making a real difference to the lives of young people in Scotland.

Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Home-based/Scotland with 5 days per month in the Edinburgh office
Salary: £45,000 per annum plus benefits including 35 days holiday (including bank holidays), life assurance, and loyalty-based rewards such as health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave.
Hours: Full time (we would consider a 0.8 role on a pro-rata basis)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025 at 11.59pm

The Role

As Fundraising Manager, you’ll play a central role in helping deliver sustainable growth by identifying and securing new income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, statutory and government funding, and public sector contracts.

Working closely with programme leads and the senior leadership team, you’ll research, prioritise, and secure funding opportunities to support the charity’s ambitious growth plans over the next 2–3 years. You’ll also develop strong relationships with funders, write compelling funding applications, and provide excellent stewardship and reporting.

You’ll focus on growing income from institutional and corporate sources, while senior leaders continue to manage high-value individual donor relationships, allowing you to concentrate on developing strong pipelines and managing effective bids.

About You

You’ll be a skilled and motivated fundraiser with a solid understanding of the Scottish and wider UK funding landscape.

You’ll have:

• A proven track record of securing income from trusts, foundations, corporates and/or statutory sources
• Strong bid-writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex programme work into persuasive proposals
• Excellent relationship management and stewardship abilities
• The capacity to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Ideally, you will also bring:

• Experience of strategic, high-value fundraising in a small or growing charity
• An understanding of issues affecting young people and youth-focused sectors
• Experience using design tools (e.g.Canva) to create professional proposals and reports
• Knowledge of international funding sources such as the US and Europe

Why Join Us?

This charity dedicated to helping young people in Scotland build confidence, resilience, and ambition by working with the adults and systems that shape their lives.

We’re currently delivering programmes that embed growth mindset, explore the potential of AI in learning, and drive cultural change through community engagement.

With a stable financial base and committed supporters, we’re ready to scale our work and you’ll be at the heart of making that happen. You’ll join a supportive, values-driven team with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on young people’s lives across Scotland.

Benefits include:

• 35 days paid annual leave including the eight statutory bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Loyalty-based rewards including health insurance, pension top-ups, or extra leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative culture

Other roles you may have experience within Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Officer, Senior Fundraiser, Partnerships Manager, Trust and Grants Manager, Senior Fundraising Manager, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Fundraising Officer

London

The Organisation

Our client manages green spaces across London.

They are now looking for a Fundraising Officer to join their team on a full-time basis on a permanent contract, working 36 hours per week.

The Benefits

- Salary of £33,666 - £37,176 per annum, depending on experience

- 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years’ service

- Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)

- Hybrid/agile working options

- Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan

- Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders

- Learning and development opportunities

- Cycle to work scheme

- Offices in a beautiful location

If you’re an empathetic individual with fundraising experience and fantastic administrative skills, this is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious organisation.

As the Fundraising Officer, you will deliver existing campaigns but will also have an opportunity to lead, shape and drive results. You will spot opportunities to develop appeals to support specific projects and create engaging content to steward supporters. You will have to be motivated to look for new opportunities, engage with various stakeholders and take initiative to introduce new tests.

Not only will you help our client to their core mission but you’ll be rewarded with an exceptional array of benefits that include flexible working options, career development schemes and wellbeing initiatives!

The Role

As a Fundraising Officer, you will lead on all individual giving activity. You will manage two annual appeals through a mix of email and direct mail, as well as the supporter journeys for all new and existing individual giving supporters.

You’ll help the Corporate Volunteering team with the administration and development of corporate volunteering pipelines.

Additionally, you will:

- Develop the Marketing Plan for individual campaigns with all stakeholders, to meet agreed objectives

- Review artwork and edit copy to ensure it meets both campaign objectives and brand guidelines

- Ensure best value for money for campaign production and prepare detailed campaign management reports

- Ensure that all supporters are adequately thanked and receive the best supporter experience

- Manage and steward relationships with existing corporate volunteering partners

About You

To be considered as a Fundraising Officer, you will need:

- Fundraising experience, ideally in a small to medium-sized charity

- Experience of, or that would be transferable to, handling sensitive conversations with people who have been bereaved with empathy and tact

- Excellent administrative skills with the ability to accurately maintain large quantities of data

- Excellent writing skills

- Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills

Other organisations may call this role, Fundraising Operations Officer, Events and Community Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Assistant, or Development Officer.

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Location:  You can be based near one of the following office locations - Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Newcastle.

We operate a hybrid model of work i.e. a combination of in-person and remote, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. We would typically expect in-office attendance an average of one day per week.

Your office is where you will usually attend in-person events, training sessions etc. though some travel, to other offices and other locations, will occasionally be expected. The nature of this job means that regular travel to London will be required for events and meetings.

Hours:  We are looking for the right candidate and while we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) we are very open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours and/or flexitime.

Ideal start date:  ASAP, as agreed with candidate.

Purpose of the Role:  As a key leader within our Partnerships and Income Development team, you will be responsible for driving sustainable income growth through high-impact, strategic and philanthropic partnerships with trusts, foundations and corporate partners.  

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Income Development, you will lead the stewardship and growth of existing strategic partnerships, including managing a select portfolio of funders. You will also take a proactive approach to identifying, cultivating and securing new funding opportunities to align with income targets and the charity’s strategy.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the charity, you will craft compelling cases for support – placing young people’s voices and experiences at the heart of every proposal. In addition, you’ll help to build and nurture our supporter community through initiatives such as payroll giving, individual giving and corporate community fundraising.

We’re looking for a dynamic, determined and strategic thinker, who is passionate about building partnerships that make a big difference. You’ll bring energy, creativity, and a big-picture mindset to forge meaningful relationships that create lasting impact.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Strategic fundraising leadership
• Stewardship of strategic partnerships
• Financial management: planning, tracking and reporting 
• Building our supporter community
• Systems and processes
• Team development and collaboration
• Line Management (Matrix structure)

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Fundraising experience:

• Demonstrable experience of working in a fundraising role in a charity or similar non-profit organisation
• Demonstrable experience of stewarding high value partnerships with trusts and foundations and/or corporates
• Demonstrable experience of writing funding proposals/bids/grant applications and pitching for funding opportunities.

Fundraising knowledge:

• Knowledge of fundraising techniques such as prospecting, cultivating, securing and managing partnerships  
• Understanding of good practice in fundraising, including data protection and donor stewardship  
• Understanding of budget creation and income reporting

IT skills:

• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel functions  
• Experience of using or understanding of using CRM software to effectively support fundraising e.g. Salesforce  

Benefits

Annual leave:

36/37 days (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank and public holidays and three days to be taken between Christmas and New Year) plus up to 3 days additional annual leave increasing with length of service.

We also offer a Holiday Buyback scheme where you can purchase up to 1 working week additional annual leave per year.

Other benefits:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employer pension contributions of 5% 
• Employee Assistance Programme available to staff and their family
• Flexible work options such as hybrid working, flexitime, part-time
• Regular staff team building and business planning “away days”.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information to our application portal Pinpoint by 23:59pm, Sunday 2nd November: 

1. A cover letter (500 words maximum) summarising your work history and relevant experience, why you would like to work at the Social Mobility Foundation and why you are a strong candidate for the role.
2. A short statement answering the following question: “Tell us about a time where you played a key role in securing or growing a funding opportunity or partnership. How did you find the opportunity, and what was your approach to writing the proposal and stewarding the relationship? What impact did it have, and what did you learn?” (500 words maximum)  

Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact the hiring manager Charlotte Owens:  .

Interviews:

Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 10th November with multiple slots available at different times throughout the working day. There will also be second round interviews, taking place virtually, likely to begin w/c 24th November. 

Fundraising Manager (freelance, part-time)

Location: Wiltshire (remote working)

Contract: Freelance, part-time (two days/ 15 hours per week)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (Obviously bear in mind it's not going to make you a millionare as its a charity wage)

Start Date: Autumn/ winter 2025

About Families Out Loud

Families Out Loud is a growing Wiltshire-based charity that supports families affected by a loved one's drug or alcohol use. We provide non-judgmental, stigma-free spaces for people to speak out, connect, and heal. As we expand our reach and deepen our impact, we are investing in our infrastructure to ensure our operations reflect the care and integrity at the heart of our mission.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to join the team. Working closely with the Board of Trustees and service delivery team, you will write and submit grant applications to leverage, diversify and maximise grant income.

This is a key role for someone who thrives in a purpose-led environment and wants to make a direct impact in the field of family addiction. Committed to our Purpose, Vision, and Values, your work will help to secure the charity's continued growth and future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, plan and secure funding through one-off and multi-year grants from a diverse range of local and national funders
• Write strong, fluent grant applications that illustrate the Purpose, Vision and Values of the charity
• Work collaboratively with the Trustees and other support staff
• Provide end-of-project reports
• Develop and maintain a good understanding of the charity's services
• Any other duties relevant to the role

What We're Looking For

• 3 years' experience as a fundraising manager/ grant writer
• Proven success in securing trust, foundation and statutory grants
• Strong time management and organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
• A flexible, adaptable approach and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An interest in, or lived experience of, family addiction

This role is sponsored by The National Lottery

If you are interested in hearing more please contact John Baker

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• Provide administrative and organisational support to the Chief Executive and project team.
• Maintain accurate records, databases, and financial entries.
• Assist with community and corporate fundraising initiatives, including events and donor engagement.
• Support the coordination of volunteers and help develop local mentoring projects.
• Prepare reports, communications, and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the charity positively and maintain strong relationships with supporters and partners.

• Highly organised, reliable, and proactive.
• A clear and confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Competent in using spreadsheets, databases, and general office software.
• Experienced in administration and/or fundraising (charity sector experience desirable but not essential).
• Passionate about helping others and contributing to meaningful community projects.

• £13.00 per hour.
• 6–10 hours per week, with flexibility to increase as the role develops.
• Flexible working pattern to fit around your lifestyle.
• Supportive and friendly team culture.
• A chance to be part of a growing organisation making a real difference in the community.

Fundraising Manager

(Events & Engagement)

Salary: £34,000 to £40,000 FTE (pro rata for 4 days) – dependent on skills and experience, plus performance-related incentive scheme based on income generated

Hours: full time 37.5 hours per week – 4 day week will also be considered for the right applicant

Hybrid/office - 3 days office based (Wednesday/Thursday mandatory office days) at Bradford City AFC, Manningham, Bradford

Start Date: November 2025 (or sooner)

Closing date for applications 31st October 2025

Are you an ambitious, strategic, and creative fundraising Manager with a passion for events and corporate relationship-building?

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to lead the development and delivery of One In A Million’s events through relationships with our corporate business network. You will drive innovation and excellence across a diverse portfolio of fundraising events, regular giving initiatives, and external led activities, all designed to grow income, engage supporters, and raise the profile of our charity.

This role is ideal for someone who would thrive on growing both existing and new relationships from our business and private supporter network.

Why this role is special

• You’ll take the reins on a growing portfolio of fundraising events, campaigns, and individual giving initiative
• You’ll work directly with our Executive Team, and engaging with corporate partners, and local champions to fuel our mission
• You’ll see the direct impact of your work on children and young people facing serious disadvantage
• You’ll be part of a passionate, values-led charity that lives and breathes Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, and Excellence

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Design & deliver a strategic annual fundraising calendar
• Lead and grow seasonal events, individual giving, payroll giving, and supporter-led initiatives
• Build brilliant relationships –from business sponsors to community heroes
• Innovate, try new formats, platforms, and tools that boost engagement and income
• Make every event count from concept to post-event analysis, you’ll own it all
• Track performance and celebrate success with clear, purposeful reporting
• Champion supporter care because every donor matters

The ideal candidate

• Proven experience running fundraising events or campaigns from scratch
• Strong project management and people skills, you’re a planner and a people-person
• A keen eye for detail, with a love for strategy and creativity in equal measure
• Confidence with digital tools (e.g. CRM systems, Mailchimp, JustGiving, Google Drive)
• Alignment with our mission and a passion for helping young people thrive

Bonus Points For.

• Knowledge of the charity sector or community fundraising
• Experience managing budgets, volunteers or Gift Aid claims
• Confidence engaging with business leaders, HNWIs, and corporate partners
• A financial or marketing qualification (advantageous but not essential)

Why join OIAM?

• A meaningful role with tangible impact
• Collaboration with a supportive team
• A vibrant, purpose-driven workplace based at Bradford City AFC
• The chance to grow something great and make it your own
• Opportunity to earn additional incentive payments linked to fundraising success

Interested

To apply, send your CV in the first instance. If you meet the requirements of the role you will receive a full job pack and application details shortly after.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough strong applications so don’t wait too long!

Safeguarding & Inclusion

This role is subject to those who have the right to work in the UK. One In A Million Charity is committed to the safeguarding of children, so all our appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. We are committed to Equal Opportunities.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS ROLE HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN ADVERTISED.  PLEASE DO NOT APPLY AGAIN AS YOUR DETAILS HAVE ALREADY BEEN CONSIDERED.

Fundraising Coordinator (Part-Time, 18-24 hrs/week)

Location: Hybrid - 2 days in the office (Rochester area), 1 day remote

Hours: 9:00-15:00 (flexible around needs)

Be Part of Something That Truly Matters

YOU Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a small, growing charity that supports individuals and families during one of the most emotionally difficult experiences anyone can face.

This deeply purpose-driven organisation is seeking a Fundraising Coordinator to help them grow their fundraising impact and continue delivering vital support to those who need it most.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, hybrid role working closely with the Fundraising & Events Manager to organise meaningful events, manage donor relationships, and help drive community fundraising. You'll also support digital content creation, keep records up to date, and ensure compliance and care in all fundraising activities.

Your Day-to-Day Might Include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for donors and fundraisers
• Coordinating events and helping with logistics
• Keeping the CRM system updated and accurate
• Collecting and banking donations
• Assisting with funding applications and reporting
• Supporting digital communications and social content
• Managing local fundraising initiatives like collection tins and bucket shakes

What You'll Bring:

• Strong administration and organisation skills
• Confident written and verbal communication
• Microsoft Office skills (Word & Excel)
• Empathy, professionalism, and discretion when discussing sensitive topics
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport
• Flexibility to support occasional weekend/evening events

Desirable but not essential:

• Previous charity, fundraising or volunteering experience
• A confident, people-first attitude
• Customer service experience

Why This Role Matters

This isn't just a job, it's a chance to make a lasting impact. You'll be part of a passionate, close-knit team helping to bring comfort, support, and hope to people when they need it most. If you want to put your skills to use in a meaningful way, we'd love to hear from you.