Berkshire South Director Awarded CFRE

Berkshire South Regional Community Center Executive Director Awarded Certified Fund Raising Executive Status.

Great Barrington,MA---Eliza Crescentini earned the CFRE certification from the Board of Directors of CFRE International on June 23, 2009. The professional fundraising certificate provides third party endorsement of knowledge and experience against international standards of philanthropy. As stewards of the public trust, Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) International certifies fundraising professionals who demonstrate the knowledge, skills and commitment to the highest standards of ethical and professional practice in serving the philanthropic sector.

Bob Norris Chairman of Berkshire’ South’s Board of Directors commented “The standards and skills necessary for this type of certification are a true reflection of Berkshire South’s dedication and commitment to our supporters and our mission. It is with great pride that I acknowledge Eliza’s work in this area.” The CFRE program is practice-based and is designed to measure an executive’s knowledge and skills in the field of fund raising.

Berkshire South Regional Community Center is a nonprofit organization open to all with community aid available. The Center offers a broad range of programs, classes, lectures, clubs and workshops for adults, youth, children, seniors and families. For more information and to register for programs, contact Berkshire South at 413-528-2810, go to www.berkshiresouth.org, or visit Berkshire South at 15 Crissey Road in Great Barrington, just north of the Price Chopper Plaza on Route 7.