AFP DC CFRE Fall Study Group & Fundraising Intensive Course

A Fundraising Intensive (7-Week Virtual Cohort)
Dates: Tuesdays, September 8 - October 20, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM ET
Location: Zoom (link will be sent upon registration)
Sponsor: FundEd Strategies

Registration Fees:
• $99 for AFP DC Members
• $150 for Non-Members
Capacity Goals: 15 members; 10 non-members

Organizers / Contact:
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Advance your fundraising expertise with AFP DC and prepare for the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification through this seven-week virtual cohort designed for professionals ready to move beyond introductory fundraising training.

AFP DC’s The Path to CFRE: A Fundraising Intensive is valuable even if you choose not to sit for the exam. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the core concepts and skills needed to excel in professional fundraising.

Why Attend
• Strengthen your fundraising expertise by exploring the core knowledge domains tested by CFRE International, including donor relationships, solicitation, ethics, and stewardship
• Learn from experienced practitioners through facilitated discussions, real-world scenarios, and peer learning with colleagues across the fundraising profession
• Prepare for your next professional step with a structured seven-week cohort designed to help you assess your readiness for the CFRE credential and deepen your fundraising strategy

Course Topics
The course syllabus is based on the CFRE test content outline and covers key subject areas, including:
• Current and Prospective Donor Research
• Securing the Gift
• Relationship Building
• Volunteer Involvement
• Leadership and Management
• Ethics and Accountability
• Planned Giving
• Overall testing strategies for the CFRE exam

Learning Objectives
The primary objectives of this course are:
• To help you prepare for the CFRE exam
• To increase your general knowledge in the core skill areas of the fundraising profession

Audience
Beginner to Intermediate (approximately 6–10 years of experience)

Register Today: AFP DC CFRE Fall Study Group & Fundraising Intensive Course