Fundraising serves human needs and touches souls, the professional’s as well as those who are served. But, to succeed at fundraising as a career, you have to believe in the mission of the organization you serve–Period. Genuinely committed professional feel a “calling” or “passion” to work in advancement and development from the very start.
Satisfaction is derived from many intangible factors that often are not visible until some future time. Delayed but meaningful gratification is the nature of this profession. At the end of each day, you know in your hear that you have engaged others in a journey worth sharing.
The ministry of philanthropy makes nonprofits successful.
MORE FUNDRAISERS ARE NEEDED
Several times each month PSI is approached by organizations needing to hire a fundraiser. Regrettably, such individuals aren’t in plentiful supply in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, but fortunately fundraising does not require everyone to be a “Professional,” as long as the tried and true steps are followed professionally.
PSI serves as a link between Adventist institutions that engage in fundraising and the individuals who are willing and able to perform these valuable relationship building duties at a media ministry, academy, college, university, or any other cause. PSI promotes awareness of available fundraising positions, hoping to help match willing individuals with those vacancies.
PSI also fosters the growth and development of fundraisers by providing training videos, webinars and podcasts on a wide range of fundraising topics. We also advise on appropriate training for your specific situation and provide coaching.