This program offers unparalleled training in fundraising management, equipping participants with the tools and strategies needed to strengthen donor relationships, increase revenue, and enhance their organization’s long-term sustainability. Beyond the coursework, the cohort consists of Boone County-serving peers, creating a unique environment for networking, collaboration, and shared learning tailored to the community’s needs.
2025 CFRM Cohort:
- Nathan Ayers, Freedom Church
- Lou Ann Baker, Brick Street Poetry
- Courtney Bickett, Indiana Wish Foundation
- Natalia Bogle, Junior Achievement of Central Indiana
- Hope Coons, Community Foundation of Boone County
- Kasey Davis, Aspire Indiana
- Katie Demas, A Kid Again – Indiana Chapter
- Crystal Dimiceli, Community Foundation of Boone County
- Ana Disselhorst, Whitestown Parks & Recreation
- Erin Effner, SullivanMunce Cultural Center
- Hannah Fritz, Junior Achievement of Central Indiana
- Allyson Gutwein, Discover Boone County
- Katherine Heiss, Brick Street Poetry
- Bethany Hernandez, Whitestown Parks & Recreation
- Kim Newman, Witham Family YMCA
- Diane Schultz, The Cabin Counseling & Resource Center
- Mark Scoular, YMCA of Greater Indianapolis
- Pam Verbarg, The Arc of Greater Boone County
- Sunshine Vinson, Freedom Church
- Abby Waeiss, Witham Family YMCA
- Lisa Williams, The Shalom House
CFBC is proud to offer this program at a significantly discounted rate for participants.
- Enhanced Expertise: Gain a deeper understanding of fundraising best practices.
- Stronger Donor Relationships: Develop skills to cultivate and maintain meaningful connections with donors.
- Improved Campaign Management: Learn effective strategies for planning and executing successful fundraising campaigns.
- Career Advancement: This valuable credential can be a significant asset for individuals seeking to advance their fundraising careers.
- CFRE Preparation: Completing the CFRM fulfills a substantial portion of the requirements for the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential, a globally recognized certification.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE COUNTY
The Community Foundation of Boone County exists to unite people, organizations, and philanthropy to create a thriving community for all. Since 1991, its leaders have worked to empower and engage local communities to make a difference right here in Boone County, while also leading a vision to collaboratively address the root causes of challenges facing Boone County in diverse and equitable ways. The Community Foundation continues to invest in the people working to fill local needs and has granted more than $31 million to nonprofit organizations and programs working to solve critical challenges in Boone County. With over $35 million in net assets, the Community Foundation works with donors to create permanent funds for charitable giving, to strengthen Boone County for generations to come.