Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Practice Test

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Which of the following is typically not a function of a board of directors in fundraising?

  1. Setting fundraising goals

  2. Hiring fundraising staff members

  3. Reviewing fundraising strategies

  4. Monitoring fundraising performance

The correct answer is: Hiring fundraising staff members

In the context of fundraising, the primary functions of a board of directors revolve around governance, strategic oversight, and ensuring the organization fulfills its mission. While boards play a crucial role in supporting and guiding the fundraising process, their involvement in the direct hiring of fundraising staff is not typically considered a core function. Setting fundraising goals, reviewing fundraising strategies, and monitoring fundraising performance are essential responsibilities of the board. They ensure that the organization has a clear fundraising direction, assess whether strategies align with the mission, and track effectiveness in resources and financial performance. These activities help to provide accountability and alignment with the organization’s overall objectives. Hiring fundraising staff, on the other hand, is typically delegated to the executive leadership (e.g., executive director or CEO) who are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization. This operational aspect allows the board to focus on broader philanthropy and governance issues without getting involved in the specifics of staff recruitment, which can be addressed more effectively by management.