The CFRE Professional Certification Program offers fundraising professionals with 5 or more years of experience an opportunity to earn recognition for their experience and professionalism.
The designation “Certified Fund Raising Executive” (CFRE) is a mark of distinction, providing heightened professional recognition plus greater career options and earning potential for fundraising professionals.
The CFRE Exam is now offered at testing sites across the United States and Canada on a regular schedule. It is held in Rochester several times through out the year at Prometric Test Center located at 3300 Monroe Avenue in Pittsford. Those interested in taking the CFRE Exam must complete a separate application for certification, and submit it and all fees no later than 60 days prior to the Exam date. For more information about exam dates and applying for the Exam, contact CFRE International at 703-370-5555 or info@cfre.org.
AFP INTERNATIONAL CFRE REVIEW COURSE
The Course dates and location are to be determined.
The Review Course is offered to those active in fundraising (i.e. executive directors, development professionals, volunteers) with 3 to 7 years experience and presents a complete overview of development functions.
The Course consists of the following modules:
- Laying the Foundation for Development
- Defining an Integrated Program
- Making the Case
- Volunteers and Staff: Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships
- Identifying, Involving, and Retaining Current and Prospective Donors
- Annual Giving and Fundraising Methods
- Planned Giving
- Capital Giving
If you are interested in taking a CFRE Certification course, please contact us at 585-586-7810 or info@afpgv.org
Testimonials
“CFRE credentials are for those who have discovered that their "job" as a development officer is actually turning into a profession that they enjoy and find fulfilling. Take the realworld learning you have acquired through trial and error and apply it to the credentialing process. It may help you get the next raise or a better position, but more importantly you will get a real sense of pride in the work that you do."
Steven S. Smith, CFRE
Vice President, Foundation
St. Ann’s Community
"Becoming a CFRE was a natural progression in my professional development and to a career to which I have been dedicated for over 20 years. I felt that becoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive would be an endorsement of the knowledge I had acquired working in this profession."
Tracy L. Schleyer, CFRE
Vice President of Development
Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired -- Goodwill Industries of Rochester
"Obtaining my CFRE was a way for me to demonstrate my commitment to the professional practice of development; a confirmation that I possessed the knowledge and skills required to serve the philanthropic sector; and an understanding of the ethical standards by which the profession is bound."
Rachel C. Wicks, CFRE
Development Professional
“I was skeptical about getting my CFRE at first, not appreciating its value. Having my CFRE has opened many doors and the review course and test helped me solidify my knowledge of fundraising today.”
Eric T. Shoen, CFRE
Director of Gift Planning
Rochester General Hospital Foundation
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