Hello Reader,

For years, when I hired development staff, I ran into the same problem. Every resume said “experienced fundraiser.” I had no way to know who could actually build a monthly giving program, write a grant a foundation would fund, or run an email appeal that brought in real money.

So I built a set of certifications that answer that question. You don’t earn them by sitting through a webinar. You earn them by passing an exam that proves you know the work.

Five are now live:

CNFP: Certified Nonprofit Fundraising Professional ($199)​
The anchor credential. It covers the core of fundraising across seven domains. If you’re not sure where to begin, begin here.
​https://learn.nonprofitfundraising.com/certifications/cnfp​

CNGW: Certified Nonprofit Grant Writer ($299)​
For anyone who writes proposals, researches funders, or manages grant reporting. Grant writing is one of the most searched-for skills in our field, and this credential shows a hiring manager you can do it.
​https://learn.nonprofitfundraising.com/certifications/cngw​

CNEM: Certified Nonprofit Email Marketer ($199)​
For the person who writes your appeals, newsletters, and welcome series. It’s built on the same principles as my book Raise More Money with Email.
​https://learn.nonprofitfundraising.com/certifications/cnem​

CNDM: Certified Nonprofit Digital Marketer ($199)​
For whoever runs your website, social media, and online giving. If donors find you online first, this is the person who decides what they see.
​https://learn.nonprofitfundraising.com/certifications/cndm​

CNAF: Certified Nonprofit AI Fundraiser ($249)​
AI is changing how fundraising work gets done, and almost nobody is testing whether fundraisers know how to use it well. This credential is valid for two years, because the tools change that fast.
​https://learn.nonprofitfundraising.com/certifications/cnaf​

How it works​
Every exam is online with no time limit, and you get three attempts. Each certification page has a 20-question practice exam, so you can see where you stand before you buy. Most of these are lifetime credentials, and once you pass, you can add the letters to your email signature and LinkedIn profile.

One more thing. If your organization has professional development money left in its 2026 budget, this is a good place to spend it before it resets in January.

Not sure which one fits you? Hit reply and tell me what your job looks like day to day. I’ll point you to the right one.

Grateful for the work you do,

Jeremy

P.S. Start with the practice exam. It takes about 15 minutes, and it’ll tell you quickly whether you’re ready or which areas to brush up on.