CNM and M. Gale are partnering to offer a Fundraising Certificate program for nonprofit professionals committed to increasing philanthropic impact in their organizations. The interactive sessions will allow participants to gain a new understanding of today’s leading practices for nonprofit and fundraising professionals, in line with CFRE International’s core competencies and the Association of Fundraising Professionals code of ethics. Certificate offerings will allow participants to join a collaborative cohort for a unique opportunity to learn, discuss and contribute to an interactive curriculum that integrates important fundraising topics, such as creating a culture of philanthropy, leveraging strategic leadership strategies, engaging volunteers and board members in relational fundraising, making the ask, and fundraising ethics and accountability. Please note: You must attend all three sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate.

Full participation in the Fundraising Certificate is applicable for 9 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Designed for: Nonprofit professionals responsible for fundraising or philanthropic leadership who want to strengthen ethical, relationship-centered fundraising practices aligned with CFRE and AFP standards.