National Philanthropy Day, Nov. 15, Celebrates Donors And Volunteers

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As part of the celebration of National Philanthropy Day^® on Nov. 15, the Association of Fundraising Professionals will recognize outstanding philanthropists—both professional and volunteer, individuals and corporations—whose efforts have significantly impacted their communities and the world.

Founded in 1986, National Philanthropy Day^® is a celebration of philanthropy—giving, volunteering and charitable engagement—and everything that philanthropy has made possible in our world. Every Nov. 15, hundreds of communities across North America celebrate National Philanthropy Day by honoring local donors and volunteers. To find a list of events in your area, visit the National Philanthropy Day website.

The Association for Fundraising Professionals will host the National Philanthropy Day Honors – A Celebration of People and Impact on Nov. 15 from 3-6 p.m. at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. While all philanthropy positively impacts communities and nations, these individuals and groups will be recognized for their significant work and innovative ideas. Awards and honorees include:

• Outstanding Philanthropist: Maureen Hackett, Houston, Texas
• Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser: R. Doug Ziegler, West Bend, Wis.
• Outstanding Corporation: ATCO Group, Calgary, Alberta
• Outstanding Foundation: A. Gary Anderson Foundation, Anaheim, Calif.
• Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy, Group: Miles of Scarves, Henrico, Va.
• Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy, Individual: Princeton Carter, New Orleans, La.

"It's fitting that National Philanthropy Day falls right around Veterans Day, when we honor those who have served fighting for freedom and democracy," said Andrew Watt, FInstF, president and CEO of AFP. "It's fitting that National Philanthropy Day falls right in the middle of what we have termed "the giving season," a critical time for giving, volunteering and service. On National Philanthropy Day, we honor those who serve our communities and our world through philanthropy—in countless celebrations across North America, including our inaugural National Philanthropy Day Honors in Washington, D.C."

For complete information about the categories, honorees and their incredible achievements, visit npdlove.com

About the Association of Fundraising Professionals
Since 1960, the Association of Fundraising Professionals has inspired global change and supported efforts that generated over $1 trillion.  AFP's nearly 30,000 individual and organizational members raise over $100 billion annually, equivalent to one-third of all charitable giving in North America and millions more around the world. Learn more at www.afpnet.org.

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