Testimonials

Student

[Fundraising Essentials] was excellent. The instructor is very knowledgeable in the development field. Her speakers were fabulous and the readings were wonderful. Overall, I learned a lot and will be able to apply many concepts in my professional development.

- Nadine Mooers
Assistant Director, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, Ramapo College of New Jersey

 The best aspects of [Fundraising Essentials] were the presenters from the fundraising field, the interaction among classmates, and the relevance of the projects to our current pursuits.

- Tiffany Taylor Smith
Executive Director Cultural Appreciation, Inc.

The instructor arranged for several guest speakers, which added extra dimension to the course. Her knowledge and enthusiasm were contagious. I learned more from this class than I anticipated and look forward to the next.

- Susan Johns

[Planned Giving] was the most amazing class. The instructor had a wonderful way of presenting complex material and engaging the students.

- Christina Rohatynskyj
Executive Director, Food-PATCH

Great group--good energy and exchange. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in class. 

- Barbara Maddocks
Director of Development, Kent Place School

It was a pleasure to be involved with so many talented and dynamic classmates. Though it was very demanding in terms of reading and preparation, it was a highly rewarding experience.

- George Voorhis
Board of Directors, Teatro Grattacielo, NYC

 [Fundraising Essentials] is a fabulous class. I wish I'd had the opportunity to attend it prior to entering the field.

- Gaiana Swanson
Director of Development, Don Bosco Technical High School

 Fundraising Essentials provides a comprehensive overview of the fundraising world that opens new doors and possibilities.

- Alexis Surovov
Yale University Development Office

The course gave me a solid framework with which I am able to advance my program and my career to the next level. 

- Jane Hoffman
Director of Major GIfts, the Pingry School

 The instructor's approach, structure, discipline, and communication skills made this both an informative and enjoyable way to spend my Monday nights.

- Michael Randazzo
Director, Computer Instruction Center, the New School

 Thanks to your class, my knowledge base and professional preparation for my development work - visits, cultivation of major gifts, interpersonal-communication methods and finesse, plus quantitative strategies - have progressed a great deal. That's exciting. I appreciated the class environment that you fostered which allowed for intense interaction and thought-provoking exploration and review of the reading materials. All the while, there was an appreciation for the intellectual aspects of our field and the essential humanity of philanthropy, especially with Major Gift-oriented individuals in mind.

- Doug Melick
Director of Development , Japan ICU Foundation