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Charity Fundraiser CV example (UK)

A charity fundraising CV covering community, events or individual giving work, with Gift Aid and Fundraising Code knowledge shown clearly.

Example CV profile

Community fundraiser supporting volunteers, schools and local groups to raise money for a national charity. Plans events, stewards supporters warmly and works within the Code of Fundraising Practice.

Key skills to include (if true for you)

• Community & events fundraising
• Supporter stewardship
• Gift Aid
• Code of Fundraising Practice
• CRM (e.g. Raiser's Edge, Salesforce)
• Public speaking
• Volunteer coordination
• Social media

Example experience bullet points

• Supported local groups and schools to plan fundraising events, providing packs and advice.
• Thanked and updated supporters by phone and email, building long-term relationships.
• Recorded donations and Gift Aid declarations accurately in the CRM.
• Gave talks to community groups about the charity's work.

Illustrative only. Replace with your own real roles, dates and results — never copy experience you don't have.

Education & training

• Degree or relevant experience – year
• Chartered Institute of Fundraising certificate (if held)

Keywords UK recruiters screen for

fundraising · supporter care · Gift Aid · events · CRM · stewardship · volunteers

Tips for a charity fundraiser CV

• Name the fundraising areas you've worked in; they need different skills.
• Only quote money raised if you know the real figure and your part in it.
• Show you understand compliance (Gift Aid, data protection, the Code).

Charity salaries vary by organisation size and fundraising area. Salary checker (ONS data).

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