Dear Friend:
National Philanthropy Day® is the day set aside to remember and recognize the impact philanthropy—charitable giving,
volunteering and engagement—has made in our world. The day was first celebrated in 1986 in the U.S. with a
proclamation from President Ronald Reagan. It is now celebrated in more than 100 communities around the world and
has been recognized permanently by the government of Canada.
Please join the Inland Empire Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) as we honor the spirit of
philanthropy. The luncheon will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at the historic Mission Inn in Riverside from
12:00 noon- 2:00 pm.
We are delighted to have Andrew Watt, FInstF, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Fundraising
Professionals as Keynote Speaker. Named president in 2011, he has worked for the nonprofit community since the early
1990s. In his current role, Andrew leads the association’s professional staff based in three offices (Arlington, Va.; Toronto,
Ontario and Mexico City, D.F.); and serves on the board of directors for AFP, the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy and the
AFP Foundation for Philanthropy–Canada.
We invite you to nominate one or more individuals and/or organizations you believe best exemplify the “Giving Heart”
of our community. This year, not-for-profits whose nominee is selected as an honoree will receive an award.
Please carefully review the description for each award category and complete the nomination form attached. You may
submit nominations for several categories by making a photo copy of the nomination form. When completed, please
email the nomination form to Nesha Crossman at nesha.crossman@nuruinternational.org
NOTE: All nominations must be received by Friday, September 4, 2015 at 5:00pm.
The contact person at your organization will be notified of this year’s honorees as soon as the judging process is
completed. If your nominee is selected as a finalist, you may be asked to submit additional information. If you have
questions or wish to add someone to our mailing list, please e-mail Debbie A. Cannon at Debbie@AcademyGO.com
Thank you for your interest; and for taking the time to submit your nominations for the 2015 Inland Empire Chapter’s
National Philanthropy Day celebration! I look forward to seeing you at this inspirational celebration to honor those who
truly make a difference!
Respectfully,
Debbie A. Cannon
President, AFP Inland Empire Chapter
www.InlandEmpireAFP.com
AFP Inland Empire Chapter
2015 National Philanthropy Day Nomination Form
National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside to recognize the great contributions of philanthropy and those active
in the philanthropic community to the enrichment of the world. National Philanthropy Day provides an opportunity to
reflect on the meaning of giving; and all giving has made possible. First celebrated in 1986, National Philanthropy Day
celebrates the daily contributions made by individuals, corporations, foundations and volunteers.
AWARD CATEGORIES:
1. Philanthropist of the Year
This award is presented to an individual or family with a proven record of exceptional generosity who, through direct
financial support, has demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable responsibility and whose generosity encourages
others to take philanthropic leadership roles on a community level.
2. Volunteer of the Year
This award will honor an individual who has made a significant impact on the success of nonprofit organizations through
their volunteer service and/or volunteer leadership.
3. Corporation / Business of the Year
To qualify for this award, a corporation, business or employee-managed grant-making fund must have demonstrated an
outstanding commitment to philanthropy and community service through direct financial support and through
encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles toward philanthropy and community involvement.
4. Volunteer Group of the Year
This award recognizes a volunteer group (e.g., a corporate or industry volunteer team, a civic/service club, a
guild/auxiliary, youth group or support group) whose commitment of time, energy and creativity to a focused project
exemplifies volunteerism at its best.
5. Professional of the Year
This award recognizes an individual (paid professional) who has demonstrated outstanding commitment, dedication and
talent toward promoting and supporting philanthropy in the community. This may include executive directors, directors
of volunteers and directors of development or program directors.
6. Youth Volunteer of the Year
This award recognizes service by an outstanding youth leader (under 21 years of age), youth group or youth-generated
project that has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the community through direct financial support,
development of charitable programs, volunteering and/or leadership.
*All nominees are recognized during the luncheon event unless otherwise noted.
NOMINATION PROCESS:
The judges, comprised of volunteers from the community, will make the final selection of winners for each award.
Awards will be given in all categories providing a nominee has met the highest standards of achievement. Note: As
appropriate, judges reserve the right to move nominees from the category in which they were nominated.
A. CATEGORY (Please circle category of your nomination)
1. Philanthropist of the Year
2. Volunteer of the Year
3. Corporation / Business of the Year
4. Volunteer Group of the Year
5. Professional of the Year
6. Youth Volunteer of the Year
*I would like the nominee to receive public recognition regardless of award selection. Please circle: Yes/No
B. NOMINEE INFORMATION (Please PRINT all information)
 Nominee’s Name:_____________________________________________________
 Nominee’s Title/Involvement:____________________________________________
 Nominee’s Length of Volunteer Service:____________________________________
 Name of Nominating Organization:________________________________________
 Name of Contact Person______________________________________________
 Telephone Number: ______________ Cell: ( __ ) _________________________
 Email:_____________________________________________________________
C. Using specific examples briefly explain how this nominee has met the criteria listed under each category and
describe:
 Projects/organizations the nominee has supported and any innovative efforts they helped to create.
 Describe the “passion” of the nominee and why they are philanthropic.
 Explain how the work your nominee does supports the mission of the organization.
 What has been the impact of the nominee’s efforts? Please include quotes from staff.
Please limit your narrative to two (2) typewritten pages and submit with this nomination form.
NOTE: Nominations must be received by the AFP Inland Empire Chapter no later than Friday, September 4,
2015, 5:00pm. Please scan and email to: Nesha Crossman at nesha.crossman@nuruinternational.org or fax
to Debbie A. Cannon at (866) 366-5692. A confirmation email will be sent to the nominating contact person.
If you do not receive a confirmation, please call (760) 553-6029.
 Late entries will not be accepted.
 Incomplete forms will not be accepted. (Please complete items A through C.)
 Multiple nominations are encouraged. Use only one submission per form. (You may photo copy the nomination
form for additional nominations.)
 As appropriate, judges reserve the right to move nominees from the category from which they were nominated.
 Previous honorees are not eligible for consideration unless they are nominated in a different category than the
one for which they were honored in the past.