In honour of National Philanthropy Day, celebrated worldwide on November 15, the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Southeastern Ontario (AFPSEO) honours a group of people and organizations that have positively impacted the community.
Distinguished honourees will be celebrated at a special awards ceremony on Thursday, November 13 at 5:30 p.m. at Albert College, where they will be formally recognized for their outstanding contributions:
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser: Patricia Guernsey
Nominated by: YMCA Belleville
Outstanding Philanthropist: Bernie Robinson – Kingston
Nominated by: St. Lawrence College
Youth in Philanthropy
St. Paul Catholic Secondary School – Leadership Class Trenton
Nominated by: Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation
Outstanding Corporation/Service Club: Rotary Club of Belleville
Nominated by: Quinte Children’s Foundation & YMCA Belleville
“As we celebrate National Philanthropy Day, we are reminded of the profound impact that giving has on our communities,” said Melanie Barre, president of AFP Southeastern Ontario. “Each of our honourees gives of their time, treasure and heart in their own unique way — yet all share a common purpose: to make a difference. The foundations and charities they support could not do what they do without the generosity of donors and the dedication of volunteers who stand beside them, day in and day out. Together, this year’s honourees embody the spirit of giving and are truly making a difference.”
National Philanthropy Day (NPD) honours the spirit of giving and all it makes possible. It’s a time to recognize the philanthropists and volunteers whose generosity drives the vital work of our non-profits and charities every day.
AFPSEO recognizes this year’s honourees on Thursday, November 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Albert College, 160 Dundas Street, Belleville. Tickets are available here and everyone is invited and encouraged to attend:
Special thanks to the following sponsors for shining a spotlight on these honourees including Leading Sponsor, Global Philanthropic Canada, and Presenting Sponsor, Huff Estates Winery.
This event is funded in part through member support from the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy – Canada.
