For 48 years, AFP Chicago has honored the committed, passionate individuals and corporations who work on behalf of the nonprofit organizations that AFP Chicago serves. Our annual awards program recognizes the outstanding achievements of individuals, foundations and corporate philanthropists, fundraising volunteers, and fundraising executives who demonstrate high ethical standards and exemplify the philanthropic spirit of our great city.
This year's Annual Philanthropy Awards will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024 at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. For more information on sponsorship opportunities click here or contact Elizabeth Halajian, AFP Chicago VP of Resource, at [email protected].
Tickets: $175
Registration closes on October 13, 2024.
Congratulations to our 2024 Honorees
Distinguished Philanthropists Award
Susan and Bob Wislow
Honored for their personal commitment to a variety of philanthropic causes in the Chicago community. view bio
Professional Grantor Award
Michelle Morales, Woods Fund ChicagoAwarded to a corporate or foundation giving officer for their professionalism and support to the nonprofit community. view bio
Benjamin Franklin Award
Tom Wick, Rush University System for HealthPresented to a fundraising professional for significant achievements in a long career who serves as a role model for our profession. view bio
Outstanding Community Leader Award
Ayesha Jaco, MAM, West Side UnitedPresented to an individual for extraordinary leadership or advocacy resulting in significant change for our community. view bio
Executive Leader Award
Michael O'Grady, Northern TrustPresented to a business leader whose outstanding leadership has garnered business and civic support for philanthropy. view bio
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award
Latin School of Chicago Student Philanthropy InitiativePresented to a youth leader or leaders, or a youth-generated project and its team, having demonstrated a significant impact on the Chicago community. view bio
Outstanding Volunteer Award
Barbara Morton, PhD, Lutheran HomePresented to an individual who demonstrates exemplary volunteerism through the dedication of significant personal time, talents, and resources fostering a particular organization or group of organizations. view bio
Special Award
Jill Zimmerman and Kate Maehr, Greater Chicago Food DepositoryHonored for their partnership within the community and exceptional efforts in combating hunger and food insecurity across the Chicago area. view Jill Zimmerman bio | view Kate Maehr bio
Founders Award
Donald A. Campbell, Jr., CFRE, Campbell & CompanyThe Founders Award is reserved for a nominee whose philanthropic contributions to the community are deemed exceptional and cannot otherwise fit into a defined single award category. view bio
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