National Philanthropy Day
AFP Northwest Arkansas Chapter
2015
Each year, the Northwest Arkansas Chapter celebrates National Philanthropy Day by honoring
our local philanthropists and fundraising community at the National Philanthropy Day Awards
Luncheon. This year’s luncheon, presented by HARTSOOK is Wednesday, November 11 at The
Embassy Suites in Rogers.
We request nominations for individuals, businesses, and groups who have made Northwest
Arkansas a better place to live and work through their dedication to philanthropy. An
anonymous panel of community members selects awardees to recognize at the NPD luncheon.
We invite you to submit nominations for the 2015 NPD awards online at AFPNWA Nomination.
Each nomination will include information requested for each category (500 words limit);
additional recognition or awards your nominee has received (250 words limit) and a maximum
of three letters of support uploaded in one document.
Please note that the deadline for submissions is 5:00 PM Friday, May 15, 2015. If you have any
questions regarding the nominating process, please contact Gay Prescott, 2015 NPD Chair, at
afpnwa@gmail.com.
AWARD CRITERIA
The following awards are presented each year at the National Philanthropy Day luncheon.
Please note that not every award is given each year. Awards are contingent upon eligible
nominations.
Outstanding Philanthropist:
The Outstanding Philanthropist Award is presented to individuals, who have a record of
exceptional generosity; who have demonstrated outstanding civic or charitable responsibility
through direct financial support and who have encouraged and motivated others in
philanthropy. The nomination should include evidence of:
 Direct monetary support to organization(s) in the community
 Specific achievements, such as new programs, launched through his/her efforts
 Involvement and participation in programs, publications, etc., which would encourage and
motivate others to take leadership roles towards philanthropy and community involvement
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser:
The Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award is presented to individuals who demonstrate
exceptional leadership in fundraising, devote significant time and effort to charitable causes,
and show a deep commitment to the advancement of philanthropy. Recipients of this award
are volunteers who make substantial contributions of time, effort, ability, and leadership to
successful fundraising projects and/or successful projects to develop in-kind donations and
donations of volunteer time and effort. The nomination should include evidence of:
 Quality of the nominee’s leadership and organizational ability
 Time and effort the nominee contributed to his or her cause
 Financial results of the nominee’s efforts in relation to potential for the project in the
community
 Success in recruiting and motivating others
 Participation in other nonprofit organizations
Outstanding Fundraising Executive:
The Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award is presented to individuals who demonstrate
exceptional leadership and expertise as professional fundraisers. Nominees should have at
least five years of professional fundraising experience, demonstrate a commitment to both the
community and professional field of fundraising and development, and be a member of the
Northwest Arkansas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. The nomination
should include evidence of:
 Leadership that is persuasive, effective, creative, and stimulating
 The nominee’s ability to give his or her best as a team leader
 Adherence to the Code of Ethics and Professional Practices for fundraising executives
 Commitment to volunteerism and professional development (include verification of
certification, conference participation, articles published, and oral presentations given)
 Participation and collaboration with other nonprofit organizations
 Track record of raising funds
 Active participation as a member in the Northwest Arkansas Chapter of AFP
Outstanding Philanthropic Organization:
The Outstanding Philanthropic Organization is presented to organizations that demonstrate
exceptional commitment to the nonprofit community through financial support and through
encouraging and motivating others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community
involvement. The nomination should include evidence of:
 Direct financial contributions to and/or other support of the community
 Support of projects or programs beyond the community, if applicable
 Impact of financial support of projects in the community and specific achievements, such as
new programs, launched through the organization’s effort
The Ernie Lawrence Outstanding Professional Advisor:
The Ernie Lawrence Outstanding Professional Advisor is presented to individuals who
demonstrate exceptional commitment to the nonprofit community by encouraging charitable
giving among their clients and who are recognized as leaders in promoting civic and
professional involvement. The nomination should include evidence of:
 Charitable gifts that are the result of involvement with clients
 Involvement in programs, publications, etc. that encourage philanthropic activities

Training and educating the nonprofit community about planned gifts
Outstanding Foundation:
The Outstanding Foundation Award is presented to foundations that demonstrate exemplary
commitment to the nonprofit community through financial support and through encouraging
and motivating others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community involvement.
The nomination should include evidence of:
 Direct financial contributions to and/or other support of the community
 Support of projects or programs beyond the community, if applicable
 Impact of financial support on projects in the community
 Specific achievements, such as new programs launched through the foundation’s efforts
Outstanding Corporation:
The Outstanding Corporation Award is presented to companies that demonstrate exemplary
commitment to the nonprofit community through financial support and/ or through
encouraging and motivating others to take leadership roles in philanthropy and community
involvement. The nomination should include evidence of:
 Direct financial contributions to and/or support of the community
 Support of projects or programs beyond the community, if applicable
 Impact of financial support or projects in the community and specific achievements, such as
new programs, launched through the corporation’s philanthropic efforts
Legacy Award:
The Legacy Award recognizes exemplary philanthropy contributions made in legacy form via
bequest, trust, or other planned gift. If the award recipient is deceased, members of the
recipient’s family will be invited to accept the award.
Lifetime Achievement Award:
The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to individuals, families, or organizations that
demonstrate a lifetime record of exceptional generosity, which, by their direct financial
support, have encouraged others to assume civic or charitable responsibility. The nomination
should include evidence of:
 Direct monetary support over a lifetime to organizations
 Outstanding philanthropic project(s) resulting from a gift and/or leadership
 Charitable giving that has resulted in gifts by other individuals
Youth in Philanthropy Award (Group and/or Individual):
The Youth in Philanthropy Award is presented to individuals, schools, civic groups, or other
youth organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment to their community through
direct financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering and/or leadership to
improve the community in which they live. There is an award for an individual up to age 23,
and an award for a group up to age 23. Each nomination should include evidence of:
 The extent of leadership provided by youth in the service project, fundraiser, or program
 Impact of financial support or volunteerism in the community and any specific
achievements made possible through the youth(s) efforts.
PREVIOUS NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY HONOREES
Outstanding Philanthropist
Orville and Susan Hall, 2014
Mark and Diane Simmons, 2013
Jeannie Fleeman, 2012
Tony and Susan Hui, 2011
Julian & Nana Stewart, 2010
Fadil Bayyari, 2009
Greg & Hannah Lee, 2008
Jo Ann Soderquist, 2007
Hershel & Denise Garner, 2006
J.B. & Johnelle Hunt, 2005
Jim Blair, 2004
Billie Jo Starr, 2003
Mr. & Mrs. George Billingsley, 2002
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Mike Sewell, 2014
Mike Hill, 2013
Horace Hardwick, 2012
Sarah Kendall, 2011
Rhonda Woodruff, 2010
Jeff Schomburger, 2009
David Banks, 2008
David Thrasher, 2007
Woody Bassett, 2006
Mary Ann Greenwood, 2005
Fred Vorsanger, 2004
Ann Henry, 2003
Dick Trammel, 2002
Outstanding Fundraising Executive
Kelly Kemp-McLintock, 2014
Charlotte Taylor, 2013
Dr. Jim Krall, 2012
Mark Power, 2011
Treva Hamilton, 2010
Tim Hudson, 2009
Jill Wagar CFRE, 2008
Clay & Sandy Edwards, 2005
Allison McElroy CFRE, 2003
G. David Gearhart, 2002
Outstanding Corporation
General Electric Lighting, 2014
General Mills, 2013
Cox Communications, 2012
Arvest Bank, 2011
Harps Food Stores, Inc., 2010
Kimberly-Clark, 2009
Zero Mountain, Inc., 2008
Bank of Fayetteville, 2007
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., 2006
Proctor & Gamble Inc., 2005
Wal-Mart Stores & SAM’S CLUB, 2004
Gillette, 2003
Tyson Foods, Inc., 2002
Outstanding Philanthropic
Organization
Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship
Legacy Award
Fund, 2012
Lewis Epley, Jr., 2012
Northwest Medical Center Auxiliary,
John & Lois Imhoff, 2005
2010
Don Soderquist, 2004
Will Golf 4 Kids & Color of Hope Gala,
2009
Outstanding Foundation
Junior League of Northwest Arkansas,
Jackson L. Graves Foundation, 2014
2008
Miller McNeil Woodruff Foundation,
Women’s Giving Circle, 2007
2013
Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Ozark
Beau Foundation, 2012
Affiliate, 2004
Charles Thomas and Mary Alice Pearson Cancer Challenge, 2003
Educational Foundation, 2010
The Schmieding Foundation Inc., 2008
Ernie Lawrence Professional Advisor
Washington Regional Medical
Award
Foundation, 2007
Jerry Dossey, 2014
Donald W. Reynolds Foundation, 2006 Lee Moore, 2013
Care Foundation, 2005
Jim Harris, 2010
Bradberry Family Foundation, 2004
Chris Rogers, 2009
The Willard & Pat Walker Charitable
Micki Harrington, 2008
Foundation, 2003
Lewis Epley, 2004
Jack Butt, 2003
Hugh Kincaid, 2002
Lifetime Philanthropic Achievement
Curtis and Jane Shipley, 2012
Richard Forsythe, 2011
Jack and Melba Shewmaker, 2010
Lewis Epley, 2009
David Lashley, 2008
Parks Family of Prairie Grove, 2007
Bob & Diane Shaw, 2006
John & Pat Cooper, 2005
Hugh Means, 2005
Malcolm & Ellen Hayward, 2004
Lawrence Schmieding, 2003
Bernice Jones, 2002
Willard & Pat Walker, 2002
Youth in Philanthropy Award (Group)
Lawn Mower Boys, 2012
Youth Strategies, 2011
Youth in Philanthropy Award
(Individual)
Caitlin Murphy, 2014
Elise Everly, 2013
Julia Lyon, 2012
Sarah Burrell, 2011
Judges’ Special Award
Donna and Dr. Brian Buell & Family,
2013
Archie R. Schaffer III, 2010
Neile Jones, 2009
Frank Broyles, 2006
National Philanthropy Day
Award Nomination
2015 INSTRUCTIONS
Please reference the Awards Criteria to determine which award category is best suited to your
nominee. The following items are required for a nomination to be complete. Incomplete nominations
will be discarded and not reviewed by the awards panel.
Nomination Requirements:
 Submit each nomination online at AFPNWA Nomination.
 Respond to the information requested for each category – 500 word limit.
 Include any additional recognition or awards your nominee has received – 250 word limit.
 Include letters of support for each nominee (maximum of three) – upload in one document.
If your nominee is selected, we will request your assistance in obtaining photographs and biographical
information for publicity purposes. We will give you the opportunity to notify your nominee of a
selected nomination. You will be expected to host your selected NPD Award nominee at the awards
luncheon on Wednesday, November 11, 2015.
Submission Requirements:
Online Nominations must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, May 15, 2015.
A maximum of three letters of support may be attached in one document.
If you have any questions about the nomination process, please contact Gay Prescott at
afpnwa@gmail.com or 479-530-1170.