The Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy has received Approved Provider status from the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) International for its continuing education courses in 2022. CFRE is the only accredited certification for fundraising professionals. The CFRE is a practice-based credential that assesses fundraising competence and is based on six different categories: Current and Prospective […]
Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy News
New Certificate in Fundraising Leadership to Support Nonprofit Organizations
The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Texas A&M University Bush School of Government and Public Service is launching a new Certificate in Fundraising Leadership. Securing resources is a critical function for nonprofit organizations, yet many nonprofit executives and board members with financial responsibility do not have direct experience with the fundraising profession. This […]
Certificate Programs at the Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy Expand Education Opportunities for Nonprofit Professionals
The Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy (CNP) at the Bush School of Government and Public Service has developed a series of continuing education programs that improve the School’s national profile and address a need in the nonprofit management space. According to Dr. Kenneth Taylor, Director of Outreach and Professional Development at CNP, the certificate programs […]
Overcoming Overhead: Bush School Professor’s Research Addresses Donors’ Negative Perceptions of Non-program Spending
Is overhead a tainted word? For Bush School of Government and Public Service Assistant Professor Dr. Ellie Heng Qu, the answer is yes. Qu lectures in the Department of Public Service and Administration and studies nonprofit management and philanthropy. Her research covers a range of topics that have practical implications for capacity building and resource […]
Mr. John Boerstler to Discuss Private Sector Practices to Improve Customer Experiences and Service Delivery in the Public Sector
The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Bush School of Government and Public Service invites you to a talk given by Mr. John Boerstler titled “Leveraging Private Sector Practices to Improve Customer Experiences and Service Delivery in the Public Sector” on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at 12:15 p.m. CST. Mr. Boerstler will present the material […]
Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Texas A&M Bush School of Government and Public Service to Launch Certificate in Social Justice Leadership
The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Texas A&M Bush School of Government and Public Service is pleased to announce a new Certificate in Social Justice Leadership. The certificate is designed for nonprofit leaders committed to accelerating racial equity within nonprofit organizations. The goal of this innovative offering is to support public service professionals […]
Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy to Host Conversation with The Honorable Margaret Spellings, Dr. Ruth Simmons of Prairie View A&M University, and Bank of America’s Rick Jaramillo
The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy (CNP) and the Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University are hosting the 19th Annual Program on Volunteerism, “The Role Nonprofits and Philanthropy Have in Fostering Equity for All,” on March 30, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. (CST). Panelists Dr. Ruth Simmons, President of Prairie View […]
Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy Celebrates Bush Board Fellows
The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy celebrated the service of Bush Board Fellows at a pinning ceremony on January 22, 2021, virtually. Dr. Lori Taylor, Head of the Department of Public Service and Administration, welcomed the audience of students, executive directors, and board members from local nonprofit organizations, as well as a few family members […]
Dr. Terry Fernsler: Faculty Spotlight
Faculty members like Dr. Terry Fernsler strive to enhance the foundational skills of Bush School students as they work towards careers in public service. Since Spring 2019, Dr. Fernsler has taught Management and Leadership of Nonprofit Organizations (PSAA 644) and Tools for Leadership in Public Service (PSAA 602). Both courses are integral building blocks within […]
Inaugural Cohort Completes Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership
On December 22, 2020, the first cohort of nonprofit professionals completed the Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership, a Continuing & Professional Education opportunity provided by the Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy. This cohort included a range of professionals from nonprofit Executive Directors to emerging leaders in the field, including a nonprofit founder. According to Dr. William […]
