48th Annual Philanthropy Awards
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.
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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.
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Congratulations to our 2023 Honorees
Distinguished Philanthropists Award Joan and Paul Rubschlager Honored for their personal commitment to a variety of philanthropic causes, for a minimum of ten years. Read more
Professional Grantor Award Deborah E. Bennett, Polk Bros. Foundation Awarded to a corporate or foundation giving officer for their professionalism and support to the nonprofit community. Read more
Benjamin Franklin Award Greg Cameron, The Joffrey Ballet Presented to a fundraising professional for significant achievements in a long career who serves as a role model for our profession. Read more
Outstanding Community Leader Award Pastor Corey B. Brooks, Project H.O.O.D. Communities Development Corporation Presented to an individual for extraordinary leadership or advocacy resulting in significant change for our community. Read more
Emerging Philanthropist Award Kelsey Malnati Howell, Marc and Jeanne Malnati Family Foundation Honored for their commitment to a variety of philanthropic causes for ten years or less. Read more
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award Ava Gresser Presented to a youth leader or leaders, or a youth-generated project and its team, having demonstrated a significant impact on the Chicago community. Read more
Outstanding Volunteer Award Jennifer Guzman Presented 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. Read more
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