CFRE Chapter & Regional Resources
A variety of documents are made available to any number of organisations, their chapter or regions, and to the public to assist them in understanding and promoting the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential.
Below you will find a number of downloads for your reference and resource. Please do not hesitate to contact CFRE International directly if you have any questions.
Marketing Materials Order Form (PDF)
Use this form to request items from CFRE International for use at the regional/local level such as brochures, ribbons, marketing letters, etc.Merchandise Ordering
Limited edition 25th Anniversary shirts and posters.Top 10 Reasons to be CFRE Certified (PDF)
Suitable for reprinting in your newsletter or colour reprinting as a great handout at your local event, this list illustrates the value of becoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)Computer-Based Testing Information FAQs (PDF)
All exams in North America are delivered via computer-based testing. Candidates have the opportunity to test four times throughout the year during 3-week testing "windows." There are over 300 testing locations in North America. More information available in Frequently Asked Questions about Computerized Testing (PDF).This Power Point presentation can be used as slides or handouts and explains what the CFRE is, what the process entails, what the requirements are, and why candidats should consider pursuing it.
(Click here for the presentation, en francais)
Continuing Education Tracking Sheet (Word Template)
This template wil allow conference organisers to develop a tracking sheet for attendees to use to keep track of sessions attended at conferences and seminars. It can also be used to develop a list of monthly chapter meetings for an entire year. Use of this form will meet the new Document Verification Policy.Study Group Formation Suggestions (PDF)
This document provides suggestions and guidance for the development of localised study groups, developed from examples of successful group efforts. To post your local study group, click here. Please note: CFRE International does not sponsor, endorse or coordinate study groups.Resource Reading List Chart (PDF) and Study Wizard
Access this chart for a complete listing of the recommended texts for review prior to taking the CFRE exam, organised by topic. The study wizard helps candidates gauge their own level of knowledge and comfort with test content areas and then narrows the reading list for them. Click to the library, organised to show all the books are recommended for your review.Educational Certificate vs. Professional Certification
This simple comparison of the differences between an educational certificate and a professional certification program helps dispel some myths and provide the rationale for pursing one or both.CFRE: Why Bother? (PDF)
Download this summary of a keynote addressed given by CFRE International's Past Chair, Simone Joyaux, ACFRE, that dispells myths about the program and provides a rationale for why the fundraising profession needs the CFRE.ePhilanthropy Code of Ethics (PDF)
The ePhilanthropy Foundation exists to foster the effective and safe use of the Internet for philanthropic purposes. In its effort to promote high ethical standards in online fundraising and to build trust among contributors in making online transactions and contributions with the charity of their choice, the code is being offered as a guide.
