Logan S. Gomes of the Maria Mitchell Association Awarded The Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Designation

Kelly Bernatzky • November 23, 2021

Alexandria, VA – CFRE International has named Logan S. Gomes as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). Director of Advancement for Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association, Logan joins over 7,200 professionals around the world who hold the CFRE designation.


Individuals granted the CFRE credential have met a series of standards set by CFRE International which include tenure in the profession, education, and demonstrated fundraising achievement. They have also passed a rigorous written examination testing the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of a fundraising executive, and have agreed to uphold Accountability Standards and the Donor Bill of Rights.


“The CFRE credential was created to identify for the public and employers those individuals who possess the knowledge, skills, and commitment to perform fundraising duties in an effective and ethical manner,” states CFRE International President and CEO Eva E. Aldrich, Ph.D., CAE, (CFRE 2001-2016). “As the certification is a voluntary achievement, the CFRE certification demonstrates a high level of commitment on Logan's part to the fundraising profession and the donors who are served.”


CFRE recipients are awarded certification for a three-year period. To maintain certification status, certificants must demonstrate on-going fundraising employment and fundraising results and continue with their professional education. Employers and donors who work with CFREs know they are getting a professional who is committed to the best outcomes for their organization and has the requisite knowledge and skills.


The CFRE certification signifies a confident, ethical fundraising professional. Since 1981, CFRE has set standards for fundraising professionals. As the only globally recognized fundraising certification, CFRE indicates professionalism, confidence, and ethics. It is how today’s fundraiser shows accountability, service, and commitment to making a difference for good. The CFRE certification program is accredited by the American National Standards Institute and is the only accredited certification for fundraising professionals. As the premier global credential for career fundraisers, the CFRE designation is endorsed and supported by the world’s leading professional and philanthropic associations.


A graduate of Colgate University, Logan has resided on Nantucket since 2003. Alongside Tucker Holland and Robert Sarkisian, she helped launch the Nantucket Island specialty license plate program, which benefits 18 island nonprofits. She joined the Maria Mitchell Association in January, 2020.


The Maria Mitchell Association is a private non-profit organization. Founded in 1902, the MMA works to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell. The Maria Mitchell Association operates two observatories, a natural science museum, an aquarium, a research center, and preserves the historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell. A wide variety of science and history-related programming is offered throughout the year for people of all ages.

For Immediate Release

November 19, 2021

Contact: Kelly Bernatzky, Development Associate

kbernatzky@mariamitchell.org

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