Pursuing a career in nonprofit can have its adversities and obstacles, but it can also have unmeasurable rewards. Making an actual difference and change in the world is not only fulfilling in a career, but also self-gratifying in life. 

Salary Benefits 

One main reason people believe they can’t pursue a career in nonprofit management is because it provides a low salary. However, the nonprofit field is the third-largest segment of the U.S. workforce. In the U.S., around 1.8 million nonprofit agencies employ 13.7 million people which makes up 10 percent of the nation’s workforce. Total, these jobs pay about $322 billion in wages.

Everyday is Different

Another reason people deter from a career in nonprofit management is they presume their job would only consist of fundraising. While fundraising is a vital goal of a nonprofit, there are many nonprofit jobs that don’t involve fundraising. A nonprofit manager has variety in day-to-day duties that brings a new challenge everyday. You must possess adaptability skills, be a fast learner, creative and willing to pitch in.

Take Action 

Everyone has hobbies and passions and a career in nonprofit management allows you to take action for your passions. Whether you love the symphony, ocean conservation, wildlife, or veterans, finding a cause near and dear to you motivates you to do an outstanding job. You’ll have others counting on you and be able to see your actual affect. Having an impact on others for the better is a guarantee in a nonprofit job.

If a career in nonprofit management is of interest to you, join us for an online webinar about the online graduate certificate in nonprofit management and leadership from the University of Georgia School of Social Work.