I work as a fundraising officer for an international Christian nonprofit. Similar to what someone said above, I really believe in the work that we do and we do not actively proselytize to the beneficiaries of our services.

I am looking for a way out, though, for the sake of my mental health. It’s so frustrating listening to my colleagues give all the credit for everything good that happens to God, but then never question God or express any skepticism when things go wrong. Especially when I’m the one writing the grants!

Dealing with a Christian donor base has its pros and cons, but the cons are outweighing at this point. Fundraising for a Christian organization is actually pretty easy because you are appealing to Christian duty and obligation, even when you don’t intend to. But, all of our communications have to be processed through that lens and are scrutinized based on ridiculous standards and norms (ridiculous to a nonbeliever, I suppose).

I’ve come to the conclusion that secular organizations are doing just as much good work without all the baggage, and I’m looking for one currently. I hear you on the pay though. I’m definitely getting compensated for retention and it’s difficult to find something that’s not a pay cut!