Cynthia Cotton Named CFRE Ambassador to Support Fundraising Professionals Nationwide
Cynthia Cotton, Executive Director of the Osterville Village Library and a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), has been named a CFRE Ambassador by CFRE International. This prestigious volunteer role is dedicated to mentoring and guiding fellow fundraising professionals on their journey to certification.
CFRE International, an independent nonprofit founded in 2001, sets global standards in philanthropy through a rigorous and reliable certification process. Earning the CFRE credential demonstrates a commitment to ethical fundraising, continued professional development, and a mastery of best practices in the field.
As a CFRE Ambassador, Cotton joins a global network of certified professionals who provide 1:1 support to those interested in pursuing the CFRE credential. Ambassadors share personal insights, answer questions, and help others feel confident in taking the next step in their fundraising careers.
“It is an honor to be selected as a CFRE Ambassador,” said Cotton. “The CFRE process was instrumental in shaping my approach to ethical, effective, and inclusive fundraising. I’m excited to pay it forward by helping others achieve this milestone.”
In her role at the Osterville Village Library, Cotton has led numerous innovative fundraising initiatives, expanded community partnerships, and mentored emerging nonprofit leaders across Cape Cod. Her appointment as a CFRE Ambassador reflects both her dedication to the profession and her passion for lifting up others in the field.
For more information about the CFRE credential or to connect with a CFRE Ambassador, visit www.cfre.org.