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National Philanthropy Day® was founded by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and first held in 1982. The purpose is to acknowledge the entire spectrum of services provided by the nonprofit community and recognize the profound impact that philanthropy has on the fabric of society.
There are currently more than 4,800 nonprofit organizations in the state* that employ a combined total more than 250,000 staff members. These organizations also have thousands of donors and volunteers who are committed to making a difference in the lives of millions of people every single year…both in Minnesota and throughout the world.
Philanthropy Day give us a chance to honor those donors, volunteers and staff who are making a difference every day. Hosted each year by the Minnesota Chapter of AFP, this celebration includes a formal luncheon and awards presentation to honor local individuals and businesses who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, as well as generosity of time and resources, to encourage and advance philanthropy in our community.
2009 Award Winners:
Outstanding Individual Philanthropists – Elizabeth and Whitney MacMillan
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser – Barbara Forster
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser – Anne Little Long, CFRE
Outstanding Youth Award – Campus Kitchen at Augsburg College
Outstanding Philanthropic Organization – Xcel Energy
This is an event you will not want to miss! Visit the registration page for more information on attending.
 Matt Blair, one of six children, was born in Hawaii. With his dad in the Army and Air Force, he grew up all over the world. He completed his junior and senior high school years in Dayton, Ohio. His athletic career began in high school and took him through college and 12 years with the Minnesota Vikings. He has also played in numerous pro-ams and national golf events across the country and helped raise money at charitable golf tournaments. [read more]
* Source: 2005 Minnesota Nonprofit Economy Report
National Philanthropy Day Celebration
Hilton Minneapolis
Friday, November 20, 2009
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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