MOW recognizes National Philanthropy Day � Local News � Cleburne Times-Review, Cleburne, TX

MOW recognizes National Philanthropy Day � Local News � Cleburne Times-Review, Cleburne, TX: The annual event was sponsored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. More than 500 people gathered to honor non-profit organizations, private foundations, corporations, clubs and individual donors from all over North Texas.

Honoring the givers - The Washington Post

Honoring the givers - The Washington Post: Even as overall giving to Washington area charities has declined, some local philanthropists have found ways to dig deeper to help their communities.

Nearly 500 people gathered to honor the region’s most generous and committed givers at the recent 10th annual National Capital Philanthropy Day breakfast, organized by the local chapter of the Association for Fundraising Professionals.

Denver, Colorado fundraisers, galas, society news — Joanne Davidson's Seen First | The Denver Post

Denver, Colorado fundraisers, galas, society news — Joanne Davidson's Seen First | The Denver Post: Posted November 26, 2011, 7:57 pm
National Philanthropy Day Luncheon honors those who care
By Joanne Davidson

Sally Rippey, left, a member of the National Philanthropy Day steering committee, congratulates Lifetime Achievement award recipient Marilyn VanDerbur Atler.

“It’s amazing how the little things you do can change the course of someone’s life.”

The AFP Blog: National Philanthropy Day�

The AFP Blog: National Philanthropy Day�: uesday, November 22, 2011
National Philanthropy Day�
I’ve had the opportunity to celebrate National Philanthropy Day� (NPD) with many of you this year.

I’ve never left any NPD celebration without feeling inspired by the stories I’ve heard, the people I’ve met and the feeling of fellowship and community as the philanthropic sector comes together. We reenergize ourselves and our organizations, and remind the public why philanthropy is so critical to our society.

Girl, 11, wins prestigious philanthropy award | Observer and Eccentric Newspapers and Hometown Weeklies | hometownlife.com

Girl, 11, wins prestigious philanthropy award | Observer and Eccentric Newspapers and Hometown Weeklies | hometownlife.com: hirley Brown, a sixth-grader at Johnson Upper Elementary School, joined the others in receiving a 2011 Philanthropy Award from the Greater Detroit Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals during a dinner at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center.

Celebrating true spirit of National Philanthropy Day | philanthropy, day, gates - Jacksonville Illinois News and Information Jacksonville Journal Courier

Celebrating true spirit of National Philanthropy Day | philanthropy, day, gates - Jacksonville Illinois News and Information Jacksonville Journal Courier: Today marks the 25th anniversary of National Philanthropy Day. While most of us may never reach the status of Carnegie or Gates, we all have the opportunity to be philanthropists.

The word philanthropy is derived from the Greek word “philos” which means “loving” and “anthropos” meaning “man.” Simply put, to be a philanthropist is to love mankind. Philanthropy manifests in the form of financial giving, voluntary action and associations that are built among individuals. Last year, it is estimated that a half trillion dollars were donated by Americans through financial giving and volunteer support to the over 1.5 million nonprofit organizations that are registered with the Internal Revenue Service.

Celebrating true spirit of National Philanthropy Day | philanthropy, day, gates - Jacksonville Illinois News and Information Jacksonville Journal Courier

Celebrating true spirit of National Philanthropy Day | philanthropy, day, gates - Jacksonville Illinois News and Information Jacksonville Journal Courier: Today marks the 25th anniversary of National Philanthropy Day. While most of us may never reach the status of Carnegie or Gates, we all have the opportunity to be philanthropists.

The word philanthropy is derived from the Greek word “philos” which means “loving” and “anthropos” meaning “man.” Simply put, to be a philanthropist is to love mankind. Philanthropy manifests in the form of financial giving, voluntary action and associations that are built among individuals. Last year, it is estimated that a half trillion dollars were donated by Americans through financial giving and volunteer support to the over 1.5 million nonprofit organizations that are registered with the Internal Revenue Service.

Group honors First Coast philanthropists for transforming lives | jacksonville.com

Group honors First Coast philanthropists for transforming lives | jacksonville.com: The First Coast Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals handed out awards to outstanding philanthropists at a luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. The event was held in conjunction with National Philanthropy Day.

With the money each honoree raised or donated, nonprofits “transform lives,” said Joshua J. Zmroczek, chapter president. “In the end, we’re building a healthier community.”

Nine honored for philanthropy in Western Pa.

Nine honored for philanthropy in Western Pa.: Nine people and organizations in Western Pennsylvania will be honored for their generous spirits Thursday, National Philanthropy Day.

The event, hosted by the Western Pennsylvania chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, will recognize the awardees for their efforts to give back to their communities.

In addition to benefiting a community, philanthropy also empowers individuals, Western Pennsylvania chapter President Susan Salyards said.

Bishop Canevin, Butler students shine in philanthropic work - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Bishop Canevin, Butler students shine in philanthropic work - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: The Bishop Canevin team is one of nine recipients of the 2011 Philanthropy Day Awards to be given on Thursday by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Western Pennsylvania Chapter. The 300 members from West Virginia and Western Pennsylvania nominate individuals and organizations for the awards, now in its 26th year. A panel of previous winners chooses the awardees.

National Philanthropy Day Lesson Plans: Learning to Give, in partnership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals, has developed lessons that elementary, middle, and high school educators can use to explain the importance of philanthropy, the significance of National Philanthropy Day�, and the role of AFP chapters and members in the philanthropic community. AFP chapter members can utilize the lesson content below in coordination with schools in their local communities to educate youth in the classroom about philanthropy on National Philanthropy Day.

Community Spirit Burns Brightly in Youth Philanthropist of the Year | FOX4KC Kansas City

Community Spirit Burns Brightly in Youth Philanthropist of the Year | FOX4KC Kansas City: Next week, people who support good causes in the Kansas City region will celebrate National Philanthropy Day. A few individuals and a small business will be honored by the Missouri, Mid-America Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals for outstanding contributions and community service. And that includes recognition for Kansas City’s top youth volunteer for 2011 — this week’s Reaching 4 Excellence Young Achiever.

At the Hillcrest Transitional Housing complex north of the river, it’s time to get an apartment ready for another homeless family. And the Hillcrest staff loves it when Thomas Plackemeier comes in as a volunteer leader to spearhead the effort.
“I like what we do here,” says Thomas. “We can see the effects of our work.”

The Canadian Jewish News - A philanthropist at 11 years of age

The Canadian Jewish News - A philanthropist at 11 years of age: Michael Berlin has done both. Nominated by McMaster University, he has won the 2011 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award given by the Golden Horseshoe chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, an international professional association that helps ensure that people and companies practise good and ethical fundraising.