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KALAMAZOO — CFRE International has named Kim Loftus as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). Loftus, development director, Borgess Foundation, joins more than 5,200 professionals around the world who hold the CFRE designation.

Individuals granted the CFRE credential have met a series of standards set by CFRE International, including tenure in the profession, education, demonstrated fundraising achievement and a commitment to serving not-for-profit organizations. Those receiving the designation have also passed a rigorous written examination testing the knowledge, skills and abilities of a fundraising executive, and have agreed to uphold Accountability Standards and the Donor Bill of Rights.

Loftus began working for the Borgess Foundation in 2009. She has nearly 25 years of experience in the field of philanthropy, including four years leading fundraising, marketing and communications at Constance Brown Hearing Centers. She also previously held the position of vice president of development at the Kalamazoo Nature Center, where, among other accomplishments, she directed a $3.9 million capital campaign. Loftus is on the board of directors for Leadership Kalamazoo and is a member of the Kalamazoo Rotary, where she serves on the program committee. She received her bachelor’s degree in history from Western Michigan University.

“We congratulate Kim on this accomplishment, said Tony McDonnell, CFRE, executive director, Borgess Foundation. Achievement of this designation demonstrates Kim’s high level of dedication to Borgess, as well as to performing fundraising duties in a successful and ethical manner.

CFRE recipients are awarded certification for a three-year period. To maintain certification status, designees must demonstrate ongoing fundraising employment and fundraising results, as well as continue with their professional education. Employers and donors who work with CFREs know they are getting a professional who not only has the requisite knowledge and skills, but is also dedicated to the best outcomes for their organization.

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