CFRE International

There's still time to make your #CFRE goals a reality in 2024! Submit your application by October 1 in order to take the CFRE Exam during the last testing window of the year (October 1 - November 30): mycfre.cfre.org #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

Thinking about starting a texting program at your nonprofit, but unsure of the pros and cons? Leaders at Feed the Children, Brady United, and MissionWired share their top takeaways on using text messaging to enhance donor engagement and fundraising efforts: https://ow.ly/m1UG50T2k9y (via NonProfit PRO) #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

Publications on our Reading Resource List are comprehensive and most closely-relate to information covered on the CFRE Exam. They are widely available and provide information on current, commonly accepted fundraising practices. It's not intended that each CFRE candidate read every publication. This list is provided as a guide for candidates seeking books on particular subject areas or general overview texts. Most candidates read 1-3 books, focusing on texts that address where they need to bolster their fundraising knowledge. Explore the Reading Resource List: https://ow.ly/GVTN50SFCf1 #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

Studies show 30% of annual giving occurs in December and 10% during the last three days of the year. Without a sound strategy in place for this key period, nonprofits could miss out on mission-critical revenue. Use these tips to maximize the generosity of the year-end giving season and set your nonprofit up for success in the coming year (via re:Charity): https://ow.ly/HmPA50SX1hM #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

We love seeing our CFREs in the spotlight! Wonderful profile of Kelli A. Smith, CFRE ... "Kelli's leadership philosophy is driven by her commitment to advocating for aging adults. 'The communities and people we serve, both at home and in our residential communities, depend on us to do our very best every day,' [said Kelli]."

Rich Basler, CAP®, CFRE, achieved his CFRE credential in 2019. When preparing for the CFRE Exam, he received some valuable study tips: 1️⃣Take the CFRE Practice Exam first to become familiar with the format. 2️⃣Dive into the Resource Reading List to refresh lost knowledge. 3️⃣Sit with the Practice Exam one more time. As a CFRE Ambassador since 2020, and a current CFRE Board member, Rich shares this advice and more with other fundraising professionals preparing to earn their CFRE: https://ow.ly/Opcy50SFF5R #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

With CFRE Ambassador Judy Zhu, MBA, CFRE, as moderator, and CFRE Committee on Directorship Chair Tom Berekoff, CFRE, as presenter, this is sure to be an amazing event! If you're in the Greater Vancouver area, don't miss it: https://lnkd.in/etjk8nc7

The European Fundraising Association (EFA) asked fundraising experts from across Europe why it’s more important than ever for nonprofits to look at co-creating strategic partnerships with brands. Read what they had to say: https://ow.ly/X1UL50SRkue #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

The CFRE Practice Exam builds your confidence as you prepare for the CFRE Exam. Customize your experience with the full 100-question practice exam, or short 10-question quizzes in any of the exam's Knowledge Domains. The best part? You can take as many practice tests as you'd like within your subscription model time period! Take the Practice Exam with either 30 or 90 days of unlimited access: https://ow.ly/N90M50SFyEb Note: Use of the CFRE Practice Exam is not a guarantee of a passing score on the CFRE Exam. #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

No matter what position you hold at your nonprofit, having at least a general understanding of your organization’s financial situation is critical to furthering its mission. Finances play a major role in nonprofit management, strategic planning, and nearly every aspect of fundraising. Learn how to analyze and apply each of the 4 core nonprofit financial statements in the context of fundraising work: 💲Statement of Activities (overview of transactions) 💲Statement of Financial Position (snapshot of financial health) 💲Statement of Cash Flows (track how cash moves) 💲Statement of Functional Expenses (expenditures related to mission) Read more: https://ow.ly/fp9p50SMJcl #Fundraising #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment