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Lead nonprofit organizations toward their mission and manage day-to-day operations.
$50,020
Lower reported wage
$78,240
Median
$129,820
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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No Nonprofit Manager SOC. Closest 11-9151 Social and Community Service Managers. Median $78,240; 7.2% growth.
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A mission-focused foundation; add budgets, data, and people-management experience. [1]
Manage services, staff, budgets, and partnerships to meet community needs. [1]
Related managers work in nonprofits, public agencies, and community organizations. [1]
Usually full time; events or urgent service needs may extend hours. [1]
Limited resources, accountability to clients and funders, and staff decisions require judgment. [1]
Experience can lead to larger program portfolios or executive leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.