Testimonials
As a professional in the challenging and complex field of planned giving, you must have access to the latest techniques and strategies to be successful. That's why the American Institute for Philanthropic Studies has developed this unprecedented program.

John Scibek
"I can't imagine that there is any other curriculum in deferred giving that could prepare a dedicated fund-raising professional for the future better than the CSPGCM program. Every day I find an opportunity to thank the stars for the things I learned in class." - John C. Scibek, CSPG, Principal Gifts and Gift Planning ,Mayo Clinic Arizona

Peggy Smith
"The instructors have been the epitome of professionalism and helpfulness. The course was most worthwhile; I’d recommend it to anyone in the field of planned giving." - Peggy Smith, CFRE, CSPG, Director of Gift Planning, Goodwill Industries of Southern California

Trudy Lee
"I owe a great deal of my success in, knowledge of, and enthusiasm for charitable gift planning to my year with CSPGCM." - Trudy Lee, CLA, CSPG, Director of Planned Giving
“I can attest to the quality of the course and the depth of the material. It is no walk in the park – you will work hard – but at the end I am confident you will feel you got your money’s worth.” - Emily M. DeFalla, CSPG, Attorney at Law, & Executive Vice President, Children’s Hospital & Research Foundation
"As a financial advisor for over 25 years and one who has acquired seven advanced degrees/designation, I wholeheartedly recommend the CSPG CM programs to my fellow financial advisors. My confidence as a qualified charitable advisor increased ten fold! Thanks again." - Jeff Forrest, CEO Wealth Enhancement & Preservation, LLC