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30 South Seventh Street | Minneapolis, MN 55402
More than 450 individuals gathered on Friday, November 16, 2012 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.
Photos from the event are available to view and purchase at www.pictage.com/1325789.
Videos honoring each award recipient can be viewed at www.YouTube.com/AFPMN.
2012 Award Recipients
Penny and Bill George, Outstanding Individual Philanthropists
The Carl and Eloise Pohlad Family Foundation, Outstanding Philanthropic Organization
Robyn Hansen, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Michael G. Ferber, CFRE, Outstanding Professional Fundraiser
Most Creative Give to the Max Fundraising Campaign Award
New for 2012! AFP Minnesota has partnered with GiveMN to present the Most Creative Give to the Max Fundraising Campaign Award. Enter your Give to the Max Day fundraising plan and show us how it exemplifies a creative and innovative approach. The winning entry's strategy for Give to the Max Day will differentiate the campaign from others and will be an integral part of the organization's overall annual fundraising plan. All strategies should adhere to ethical standards of fundraising.
The winning entry will be announced on Give to the Max Day, receive one of the GiveMN livestream interview slots and will be recognized in all post Give to the Max Day outreach efforts. In addition, the Most Creative Give to the Max Fundraising Campaign Award, along with a $500 check, will be presented to the winning organization at the National Philanthropy Day luncheon. The winner will be offered two complimentary tickets to the luncheon and must have a representative present to receive the award.
Submissions are due by Friday, October 26. Download the registration form here, then email it to info@givemn.org.
Schedule
| 10:00–11:00 a.m. |
Education Session |
| 11:00 a.m. |
Registration and Informal Networking |
| 11:30 a.m. |
Welcome, Luncheon and Program |
| 1:30 p.m. |
Conclusion |
Cost
You have three options for purchasing tickets for the event: you may buy a table for ten; a half table for five; or individual seats. Individuals and organizations purchasing a whole or half table receive priority seating at the event.
| Full table (seating for ten): |
$700 |
| Half table (seating for five): |
$350 |
| Individual seat: |
$70 |
| Individual seat plus Education Session: |
$90 |
| Education Session only: |
$20 |
EDUCATION SESSION
Topic: A Life Unexpected
Speakers: Nancy and John Lindahl
Location: Minneapolis Marriott City Center
Time: 10:00am-11:00am
When much is given, much is expected. Nancy and John Lindahl never expected they would one day find themselves with the philanthropic capacity to make a significant difference in their community. Now, over 25 years later, Nancy and John continue to take their philanthropic responsibility to new heights with each organization they carefully choose to support.
"Large or small, everyone has a charitable piece of the pie to share. It's what you decide to do with your piece that makes a lasting difference."
-Nancy Lindahl
Please join Nancy and John Lindahl as they walk us through their philanthropic journey.
Registration
Pre-registration for the National Philanthropy Day luncheon is closed. If you are interested in attending, please contact the AFP Minnesota office at (952) 928-4645.
All registrations must be received by Monday, November 5, 2012. All names for table purchases are due to the AFP Minnesota Office at that time.
Please note that all cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to the event to quality for a refund and that all no-shows will be billed.
Master of Ceremonies
 Cathy Wurzer, Host, Morning Edition, Minnesota Public Radio
Cathy Wurzer is currently the host of Morning Edition on Minnesota Public Radio. She is also the co-host of Almanac, a weekly public affairs program produced by Twin Cities Public Television for Minnesota's statewide public television network. Wurzer has won four Emmy Awards for her work on Almanac. Prior to her return to radio, she was an anchor and reporter for WCCO-TV, the CBS affiliate in Minneapolis. She has also been a talk show host for WCCO-AM radio, a producer for KMSP-TV, and political reporter for KSTP-AM radio. She holds degrees in broadcast journalism and urban studies from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Wurzer was a trustee for the UW-River Falls Foundation and a member and past president of the Society for Professional Journalists Minnesota chapter. She is the author of "Tales of the Road: Highway 61."
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