# Three quarters of professional fundraisers think fundraising is a career for life

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2011/07/04/three-quarters-professional-fundraisers-think-fundraising-career-life/
- Published: 2011-07-04T07:24:36+01:00
- Author: Howard Lake

**As the Institute of Fundraising’s National Convention gets underway today, the
Institute reports that a poll on its website found that 75% of respondents agree
that fundraising is a ‘career for life’.**

The [National Convention](http://www.nationalconvention.org.uk) is the largest UK
conference after the party political conferences, and offers fundraisers a chance
to learn from a wide range of speakers and discussion sessions, and to network with
each other.

Paul Marvell, Director of Learning at the Institute of Fundraising, said: “Our Academy,
Convention and conferences are designed to enhance the performance of fundraisers
from entry level right through to director level. Our recently launched Continuous
Professional Development scheme enables fundraisers to plan their professional development
effectively as they gain experience and seniority. More than ever before fundraising
is becoming a profession of choice.”

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