Nominations Are Now Open: Celebrate Arizona's Spirit of Philanthropy
Every act of generosity has the power to change livesand every great philanthropist deserves to be recognized.
The AFP Greater Arizona Chapter is proud to open nominations for our Spirit of Philanthropy & Leadership Awards, celebrating the individuals, organizations, and changemakers who inspire generosity, strengthen our communities, and create lasting impact across Arizona.
Do you know someone whose leadership, compassion, and commitment to giving deserves to be celebrated? Now is the time to nominate them!
Award Categories
- Outstanding Philanthropist – Honoring an individual whose generosity and philanthropic leadership have made a transformative impact.
- Outstanding Corporation – Recognizing a business that has demonstrated exceptional corporate citizenship through philanthropy, volunteerism, and community engagement.
- Outstanding Foundation – Celebrating a foundation whose strategic investments and partnerships have created meaningful, lasting change.
- Outstanding Storyteller – Recognizing an individual or organization that has elevated philanthropy through powerful storytelling, inspiring others to give and engage.
- Outstanding Fundraiser – Honoring an experienced fundraising professional whose leadership, innovation, and dedication have advanced philanthropy and strengthened the nonprofit sector.
- Outstanding Emerging Fundraiser – Celebrating an up-and-coming fundraising professional who is making an early and significant impact in our profession.
- Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy – Recognizing a young leader whose passion for service and giving is making a difference in their school, organization, or community.
These awards recognize the people and organizations who remind us that philanthropy is about more than financial support—it's about vision, compassion, leadership, and creating opportunities for others to thrive.
Submit Your Nomination Today!
Help us shine a spotlight on the incredible leaders and organizations strengthening communities throughout Arizona. We encourage you to nominate colleagues, volunteers, donors, businesses, foundations, and young leaders who exemplify the true spirit of philanthropy.
Please note: Nominations close on August 21st. Due to our event timeline, extensions will not be available.
Together, let's celebrate the people who inspire generosity and make Arizona a stronger, more compassionate community.