Philanthropy Day

Friday, November 18, 2011
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Embassy Suites Hotel, 1000 Woodward Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102

National Philanthropy Day® (NPD) is set aside across the nation on the fifteenth of November to recognize the great contributions of philanthropy - and those people active in the philanthropic community - for the enrichment of our world. First held in 1986, NPD celebrates the endless daily contributions individuals and organizations across the world make to countless causes and missions. More than 100 chapters of the Association of Fundraising Professionals International play a key role in encouraging giving and volunteering through National Philanthropy Day® activities that highlight each community’s top donors, volunteers, foundations, Spirit of Philanthropy recipients and other individuals and organizations involved with philanthropy.

The 2011 Selections Committee had many worthy nominations to consider in each of the categories this year. They did an exemplary job of weighing the merits of all the nominees and they invite you to join us as we congratulate the Award Recipients at the NPD Awards Banquet on Friday, November 18. The banquet will be at the Embassy Suites Hotel: registration starts at 11:00, luncheon & program 11:30-1:30. Each award recipient will be asked to speak briefly about their insights into building philanthropy and will receive a commemorative gift along with being provided with a $250 grant from AFP-NM in their name to give to the nonprofit of their choice. Award recipients are also featured in the statewide New Mexico Business Weekly “Giving Guide” with their photo and story of their award winning philanthropy.

Our focus this year has been to build the traditions of philanthropy throughout all generations, and that focus has encouraged us in continuing to strengthen our ties with other statewide philanthropic organizations and supporters, such as the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network. The YNPN promotes an efficient, viable and inclusive nonprofit sector that supports the growth, learning and development of young professionals in their 20s and 30s. YNPN - Central New Mexico presents awards at the NPD Awards Banquet to recognize the work and commitment of outstanding young professionals in the New Mexico nonprofit sector.

BUILD your own tradition of philanthropy by honoring that special person you know who deserves recognition. We all know philanthropists who quietly go about their business by volunteering, giving and being passionately involved in fulfilling the mission of nonprofits. Let these special people know how much you appreciate and value them by recognizing them with a “Spirit of Philanthropy” award. Each individual who receives a Spirit of Philanthropy award will be listed in the statewide NM Business Weekly Giving Guide, will be recognized in the program at the event and will receive a commemorative award. Since this designation is such a value at $50, you will be able to honor more than just one special philanthropist!

OUTSTANDING BUSINESSES/CORPORATIONS IN PHILANTHROPY:	Brycon Construction, Albuquerque Calculex, Las Cruces Jaynes Corp., Albuquerque Wells Fargo, Albuquerque
OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISER:	Phil E. Prevender, Albuquerque
OUTSTANDING LEADERS IN PHILANTHROPY:	Del Esparza, Albuquerque – Central New Mexico Bert Levine, Farmington – Northern New Mexico Michael and Judy Johnson, Santa Fe – Southern New Mexico
OUTSTANDING SERVICE ORGANIZATION:	Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Albuquerque
OUTSTANDING FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS:	Kevin Hagen, Albuquerque Sandy Mann, Albuquerque
OUTSTANDING YOUTH IN PHILANTHROPY:	Elementary School, Lillian Parker, Corrales High School, Jake Bowles, Albuquerque Youth Collaboration, Albuquerque Academy Community Builders, Albuquerque
OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATION:	Cowboys for Cancer Research, Las Cruces
OUTSTANDING FAMILY IN PHILANTHROPY:	Frank D. Gorham, Jr. and Marie K. Gorham Charitable Foundation, Albuquerque

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY VISION
The New Mexico Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals envisions diverse communities collaborating with enlightened philanthropists to recognize their impact on nonprofits and their clients.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY MISSION
The National Philanthropy Day Awards Banquet seeks to plan, implement and sustain an inclusive, collaborative event which honors individuals, businesses and groups who, through their hard work and dedication, have enhanced philanthropy, the world, and their communities.

AFP-NM is proud to partner with the New Mexico Business Weekly to feature the special edition "Giving Guide" as our official National Philanthropy Day Awards Banquet program. The Giving Guide features photos and stories about each of our 18 statewide Award Recipients, as well as two pages devoted to NPD and AFP. We encourage you to support our partnership by considering the following special offer.

The NMBW Giving Guide is designed to inform and educate business executives you want to attract to your board or to serve as volunteers. Delivered to the NMBW subscribers and at the tables of over 600 National Philanthropy day attendees, this special publication is a stand alone product that lasts all year. By supporting and promoting the charitable organization of your choice, you help inform and educate other business and nonprofit executives about the mission and needs of non-profit groups seeking volunteers and resource assistance.

The New Mexico Business Weekly underwrites this publication by 62% and will extend a further 10% discount to AFP members. For Questions please contact Rebecca Lynch at 505-348-8304 or click here for more information (Adobe Acrobat format).