▼18%
$95,000
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$71k
MEDIAN
$95k
90%
$127k
The average salary for a Senior Major Gifts Officer is $95,000 in 2025
Base Salary
$71k - $127k
Total Pay
$71k - $127k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Senior Major Gifts Officers?
What Do Senior Major Gifts Officers Do?
Senior Major Gifts Officer Tasks
- Manages a portfolio of individual, company, and organization donors.
- Cultivates relationships with current donors through a series of in-person visits and solicitations.
- Develops plans to secure gifts from new sources.
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Major Gifts Officer
Medical
89%
Dental
78%
Vision
67%
None
11%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Major Gifts Officers
Female
60.0%
Male
40.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Senior Major Gifts Officers
What is the highest pay for Senior Major Gifts Officers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Major Gifts Officer is $127k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Major Gifts Officers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Major Gifts Officer is $71k / year
How can Senior Major Gifts Officers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Major Gifts Officer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Major Gifts Officer that oversees more junior Senior Major Gifts Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.