National Philanthropy Day November 17, 2022 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm National Philanthropy Day is a special day to recognize and pay tribute to the meaningful contributions that philanthropy — and those active in our own philanthropic community — make to our lives, communities and world. This year, AFP Golden Gate will join chapters across the country and around the world on November 17 to present National Philanthropy Day 2022 in person! To honor individuals, organizations and businesses in the San Francisco Bay Area who generously give their time, talents and resources for the enrichment and benefit of our communities. Please join us in celebrating the giving spirit and exemplary leaders of our philanthropic community. Support AFP Golden Gate, consider making a gift. AWARD CATEGORIES Outstanding Philanthropist Award is presented to an individual or family with a record of exceptional generosity who, through direct financial support, has demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable responsibility, and who encourages others to take philanthropic leadership roles in their communities. Hank Rosso Outstanding Fundraising Professional honors an individual fundraising professional who practices their profession in an exemplary manner. Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer is presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in coordinating groups of volunteers for major fundraising projects of more than one nonprofit organization. The recipient should demonstrate exceptional skills coordinating and inspiring groups of volunteers for fundraising projects that benefit charitable institutions and show a commitment to the advancement of philanthropy. Outstanding Corporate Grantmaker recognizes a corporation or its foundation that displays an outstanding commitment to philanthropy not only through its financial support but also by encouraging and motivating others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement activities. Groundswell Award (formerly the Vineyards Award) an outstanding organization or an organization professional with an operating budget of less than $1,000,000, but which is nonetheless effectively addressing serious community problems. This is a visionary group or individual that, through passionate staff commitment and the innovative use of volunteers and/or community partnerships, is an inspirational model for other nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, and individuals. Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy (ages 5-17) recognizes service by an individual or group of young people ages 5 to 17 at the time they are nominated, who demonstrate outstanding commitment to the community through direct financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering, and leadership in philanthropy. Emerging Fundraising Leader (new award) A fundraising professional with less than seven years of experience and demonstrates exceptional skill and talent in fundraising, leadership, and a commitment and service to the field. Impact Award (new award) A collaboration between Bay Area-based nonprofits, activists, funders, and volunteers that uniquely advances a community solution through shared vision and resources with an equity lens. This unique partnership is driven by innovation, new ideas, approaches, and solutions and addresses social issues. NOTE: The award is not necessarily awarded every year. Lifetime Achievement recognizes an outstanding individual for their extraordinary contributions, influential work and ongoing engagement in philanthropy in the San Francisco Bay Area over their lifetime. NOTE: This award is bestowed by the Board of Directors of AFP Golden Gate at the recommendation of the Awards Committee. The award is not necessarily awarded every year. Letters of support are not required or accepted. NOMINATION INFORMATION See previous Honorees here. Awards Committee Nominating Committee Tributes Committee |