Heather Scism Nominated as Fundraising Executive of the Year | www.jewishtimes-sj.com | Jewish Times of South Jersey

Heather Scism Nominated as Fundraising Executive of the Year | www.jewishtimes-sj.com | Jewish Times of South Jersey: "Seashore Gardens Living Center is pleased to announce that the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Southern New Jersey Chapter, nominated Heather Scism, MA as the Fundraising Executive of the Year. Heather currently serves as Fund Development Coordinator for Seashore Gardens Living Center, a non-profit Nursing Care, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer’s and Assisted Living organization located in Galloway Township New Jersey. Heather received her award on November 19th at the Inaugural Celebration for National Philanthropy Day held by the Southern New Jersey Chapter of the AFP at the Mansion in Voorhees, NJ. Members of Seashore Gardens Living Center Management attended the awards ceremony to show their support and appreciation of Heather’s dedication to both Seashore Gardens Living Center’s Fund Development, as well as to the enhancement of the Fund Development profession in Southern New Jersey."

Press Release | Center on Philanthropy Congratulates Indianapolis Philanthropic Leader L.H. Bayley on Lifetime Achievement Award

Press Release | Center on Philanthropy Congratulates Indianapolis Philanthropic Leader L.H. Bayley on Lifetime Achievement Award: "INDIANAPOLIS - The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University today offered its congratulations to L.H. Bayley, chairman of the board of David A. Noyes & Company, who has been named recipient of the Association of Fundraising Professionals-Indiana Chapter’s (AFP-IC) 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award.

“The Center on Philanthropy was privileged to nominate L.H. Bayley for this prestigious honor,” said Patrick M. Rooney, executive director of the Center on Philanthropy. “We are delighted that AFP-IC has chosen to recognize L.H.’s outstanding commitment to improving the Indianapolis community and to serving others throughout his distinguished career. His dedication to strengthening and advancing philanthropy through both his professional and personal life offers a tremendous example for others who want to make a difference.”"

Philanthropy Day a two-hankie event | mydesert.com | The Desert Sun

Philanthropy Day a two-hankie event | mydesert.com | The Desert Sun: "Chapter president Colleen McBride welcomed everyone, Tim Evans gave the convocation and event chair R. Scott Schroeder recognized sponsors, including H.N. & Frances C. Berger Foundation, the Bank of America and Harold Matzner. He then introduced Desert Springs Middle School student Maria Guzman, winner of the “Change the World With a Giving Heart” art contest. KJJZ radio personality Jim “Fitz” Fitzgerald efficiently and humorously emceed each award, preceded by five-minute individual videos."

Los Altos Town Crier - ODFL named ‘Outstanding Youth Philanthropy of the Year’

Los Altos Town Crier - ODFL named ‘Outstanding Youth Philanthropy of the Year’: "ODFL named ‘Outstanding Youth Philanthropy of the Year’ Print E-mail
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Wednesday, 02 December 2009

The Silicon Valley chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals named Los Altos High School student philanthropy group One Dollar For Life the “Outstanding Youth Philanthropy of the Year” last week.

The association recognized the charity, founded three years ago by teachers and students at Los Altos High, for its extraordinary accomplishments locally and abroad."

San Diego Business Journal Online - business news for San Diego, California

San Diego Business Journal Online - business news for San Diego, California: "San Diego’s National Philanthropy Day luncheon was held Nov. 3 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel, honoring six individuals and two organizations. The event raised $53,000, which goes toward Association of Fundraising Professionals’ programs in San Diego, including scholarships and educational programs for the nonprofit community …"