Philanthropists Honored - National Philanthropy Day, November 15th

National Philanthropy Day is celebrated by AFP chapters all across the country each year to acknowledge the entire spectrum of services provided by the nonprofit community and the profound impact that philanthropy has on the fabric of society. This awards program honors individuals and groups who, through their hard work and dedication, have enhanced philanthropy, their communities and the world. Now, more than ever, fundraising professionals and volunteers can provide a message of hope and opportunity where perhaps there wasn't before.

This year the following individuals and organizations will be honored for their dedication to making New Mexico a better community.

Association of Fundraising Professionals-New Mexico Chapter 2010 Honorees:

Outstanding Business/Corporation in Philanthropy
Mosaic Potash, Carlsbad

Outstanding Leaders in Philanthropy-Central NM
Rick (posthumously) and Debbie Johnson, Albuquerque

Outstanding Leader in Philanthropy-Southern NM
Ammu Devasthali, Las Cruces

Outstanding Family in Philanthropy
Mike and Mary Anaya Family, Moriarty

Outstanding Service Organization
Rotary Club of Albuquerque

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Ruthie Horn Robbins, Albuquerque

Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy-Elementary School
Taylor Roybal, Pablo Roybal Elementary, Santa Cruz

Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy-High School
Krystal Melendez, Bosque School, Albuquerque

Outstanding Youth Collaboration
Macaroni Necklace Project, Laguna Departmnet of Education, Laguna

Outstanding Young Nonprofit Professionals:

Young Nonprofit Professional of ht eYear
Amanda Bissell, Penasco

Young Board Member of the Year
Patrick Dolan, Santa Fe

Young Leaders' Advocate of the Year
Bianca Sopoci-Belknap, Santa Fe

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) will celebrate National Philanthropy Day in November. Join us in honoring the Outstanding Philanthropists from New Mexico. 
     
Monday, November 15, 2010
Embassy Suites Hotel
11:00-Registration
11:30-1:30 Awards Banquet
Individual Seats $45
Reserved Tables $500 and $1,000
Reserve online: www.afp-nm.org
By phone: 505-239-9106

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents more than 30,000 members in 200 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs.  The association fosters development and growth of fundraising professionals and promotes high ethical standards in the fundraising profession.  The New Mexico Chapter of AFP has 160 members across the state.   afpnewmexico.afpnet.org/

The Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) promotes an efficient, viable, and inclusive nonprofit sector that supports the growth, learning, and development of young professionals.  We engage in and support future nonprofit and community leaders through professional development, networking and social opportunities designed for young people involved in the nonprofit community.  www.ynpn.org/centralnewmexico

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