Testimonials

This training has significantly improved my skills and deepened my understanding of fundraising. I have already started putting much of what I have learned into practice in my current full-time role and the two nonprofit boards that I serve on.

 

James Gillen, Professional Fundraising Program, ’24

The coursework allowed me to grasp the fundamental aspects of fundraising, engage in enlightening conversations with my peers, apply concepts in real time, and deepen my understanding through philanthropy literature.

 

Melissa Cooke, Professional Fundraising Program, ’24

This is a wonderful program. Each of the instructors were engaging and informative. I look forward to working on my CFRE. This course definitely prepared me for it and has me excited to take on that challenge.

 

Matthew Fellers, Fellers Consulting Group LLC

For the small investment in this class, I will save my organization thousands by being a more intelligent, informed consumer of services.

 

Loreen Loonie, Professional Fundraising Program, ’23

My original goal for pursuing the BU program was to prepare for the CFRE exam. Last week, after twenty years as a professional fundraiser, I took the exam and passed with flying colors.

 

Tamara O’Neil, Vice President Institutional Advancement, Brookings

This course reminded me of the impact we make through the dollars we raise for our organizations. It refreshed my passion for fundraising.

 

Aida Byrne, Professional Fundraising Program, ’19

This program has convinced me that working in the nonprofit world is what I must do!

 

Wayne Jung, Professional Fundraising Program, ’19

I can’t say enough how much I enjoyed this program. The instructors were great and my fellow students made the program with their comments and advice.

 

Christopher D., Morris-Jumel Mansion Museum, New York

The course best fit my needs in terms of time, format, and finances.

 

Pete S., United States Army