El Rio gala to further agency's goal of helping those in need | www.azstarnet.com ®

El Rio gala to further agency's goal of helping those in need | www.azstarnet.com ®: "When the doors open, you have this immediate 'wow' factor, and it is just electric,' said Parker.
While the Orange County, Calif., native loves beauty, couture, shoes, accessories and glam, her down-to-earth attitude about volunteerism has earned her a Spirit of Philanthropy Award for National Philanthropy Day from the Association of Fundraising Professionals Southern Arizona Chapter."

YNPN San Diego: Volunteer and National Philanthropy Day!

YNPN San Diego: Volunteer and National Philanthropy Day!: "unday, October 26, 2008
Volunteer and National Philanthropy Day!

36th Annual National Philanthropy Day

Sponsored by AFP(Association of Fundraising Professionals San Diego)


Volunteer! An opportunity to participate in a large special event and meet 800 of San Diego’s civic leaders, philanthropists, volunteers, and nonprofit professionals."

Philanthropistto be honoredat luncheon | ShreveportTimes | The Times

Philanthropistto be honoredat luncheon | ShreveportTimes | The Times: "For her support, Hicks is being honored as Philanthropist of the Year at a Philanthropy Day luncheon Nov. 12, given by the Association of Fundraising Professionals."

Philanthropists honored | www.thecamarilloacorn.com | Camarillo Acorn

Philanthropists honored | www.thecamarilloacorn.com | Camarillo Acorn: "The Santa Barbara/Ventura Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals will honor this year's award winners for philanthropy, volunteerism and fundraising at the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon on Wed., Nov. 12 at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, 450 E. Harbor Blvd., Ventura."

Community foundation to present awards Nov. 14 - Neighborhoods - (HometownAnnapolis.com)

Community foundation to present awards Nov. 14 - Neighborhoods - (HometownAnnapolis.com): "New to this event this year, and free to all sponsors and attendees, is the morning education program from 9:30 to 11 a.m. titled 'Emerging Trends in Philanthropy,' presented by Lisa Hillman, senior vice president at Anne Arundel Health System, and Thomas Kissane, senior vice president and managing director of CCS Fund Raising.

The luncheon is presented in partnership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Maryland Chapter, with Connelly & Associates as presenting sponsor."

Fundraising group selects Saginaw Community Foundation president Johnson for top honor - The Saginaw News Online - Michigan Newspaper - MLive.com

Fundraising group selects Saginaw Community Foundation president Johnson for top honor - The Saginaw News Online - Michigan Newspaper - MLive.com: "Renee Johnston, president and chief executive officer of the Saginaw Community Foundation, was named the 2008 Outstanding Fundraising Executive by the Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

The organization works to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification."

The Canadian Jewish News - Young fundraiser receives Mirvish Award

The Canadian Jewish News - Young fundraiser receives Mirvish Award: "Being honoured with this award is very special, she said, “because the Mirvishes are special people. They gave so much to the city, and for them to notice me and honour me is very exciting.”

Amanda is also set to receive in November, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Toronto Chapter’s 2008 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award, for which she was nominated by the Heart & Stroke Foundation."

10/20/2008 - 21st Annual National Philanthropy Day Set For Nov. 5th - Happenings - Chattanoogan.com

10/20/2008 - 21st Annual National Philanthropy Day Set For Nov. 5th - Happenings - Chattanoogan.com: "21st Annual National Philanthropy Day Set For Nov. 5th
posted October 20, 2008

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Southeastern Tennessee Chapter will be hosting its 21st Annual National Philanthropy Day on Wednesday, Nov. 5th at the Chattanooga Convention Center. National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside to recognize the great contributions of individuals and organizations in our community and across the world to countless causes and missions."

Renee Johnston awarded for fundraising : News : WEYI NBC25

Renee Johnston awarded for fundraising : News : WEYI NBC25: "The Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals has named Renee Johnston as the 2008 Outstanding Fundraising Executive.

Johnston, who is the president and chief executive officer of the Saginaw Community Foundation, is one of five recipients who will receive awards at the National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon at noon on Thursday, November 6, at Horizons Conference Center in Saginaw Township. The awards are given to honor"

Sanford doctor receives philanthropic award | argusleader.com | Argus Leader

Sanford doctor receives philanthropic award | argusleader.com | Argus Leader: "Sanford Clinic family medicine physician Dr. Michael Olson has been named the South Dakota’s Outstanding Philanthropic Volunteer Fundraiser for 2008 by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Dr. Olson was presented with the award during a luncheon Friday in Pierre."

Daily Pilot - Serving Newport Beach & Costa Mesa, California

Daily Pilot - Serving Newport Beach & Costa Mesa, California: "The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Orange County Chapter cordially invites readers to attend the 23rd Annual Spirit of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon in celebration of National Philanthropy Day."

Thanks, Dad, for teaching your kids to live generously - Quad Cities Online

Thanks, Dad, for teaching your kids to live generously - Quad Cities Online: "A week before Thanksgiving I’ll be back in Des Moines for a luncheon sponsored by the Central Iowa Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, where my parents will receive an award for philanthropy. The nomination came from the Des Moines Metro Festival of Opera for 36 years of service and support to that organization, but it acknowledges service on countless other boards and committees."

Businessman earns honor for philanthropy - Lebanon Daily News

Businessman earns honor for philanthropy - Lebanon Daily News: "Frank Dixon’s generosity has earned him a prestigious regional award.

Dixon will receive the Philanthropist of the Year award from the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals during the chapter’s National Philanthropy Day banquet at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey Hotel at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 17."