Nominate an Outstanding Philanthropist to be honored National Philanthropy Day: Submit Your Nomination Here
Who is eligible to receive an award?
Any resident of San Luis Obispo county who has made a deep commitment to support, more than one, nonprofit organization in the county. A person or entity that gives the most money in dollars is not necessarily the only one eligible to be recognized. Commitment to the community in addition to monetary donations could also include volunteer service and dedication. Awards will not be given posthumously unless someone representing the donor is still actively making gifts and involved with NPO’s in the community.
Nomination deadline: August 31, 2026
Outstanding Philanthropist honorees have included:
- Clifford Clark
- Bert and Candee Forbes
- Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust and trustee Howard Carroll
- Joan Gellert-Sargen
- Bank of America Foundation
- Debbie Collins Johnson
- Idler's Home
- Anneka Scranton
- Ann Robinson
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy honorees have included:
- Leah Maier, Hannah Makowetski, Zoe Makowetski, Hattie Taylor, Violette Nava, and Camille Sherod
- Claire Guyader
President's Award honorees have included:
- Dr. Gil Stork
- Sandi Sigurdson
- Mary Verdin and Verdin Marketing
- Alan Iftiniuk
- Bob and Debbie Wacker
- Ziyad Naccasha
The Philanthropy Milestone Award honorees have included:
- The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County
Business Philanthropist honorees have included:
- Bank of America
- Trust Automation