National Philanthropy Day 2026

Award Nominations

Nominations are now open — learn more below.

Join us for AFP Aloha Chapter's 35th Annual National Philanthropy Day Conference & Awards Luncheon taking place on Friday, November 13, 2026 at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. On National Philanthropy Day (NPD), we celebrate the extraordinary change that fundraising and philanthropy have helped to create in our community and around the world! It will be an afternoon filled with inspiration, networking and the celebration of our remarkable honorees who are shaping a better tomorrow through philanthropy.

Become part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for creating positive change. Engage in meaningful conversations, forge valuable connections, and exchange ideas with fellow philanthropists, industry experts, and influential leaders who are helping to shape our future. You’ll leave motivated, inspired, and empowered with the knowledge to elevate your own philanthropic endeavors.

Let's come together to celebrate generosity, compassion, and the power of collective action in transforming lives and communities.

Event Information

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026

Location: Sheraton Waikiki Hotel

Conference: Professional development workshops and networking
Awards Luncheon: Honoring local philanthropic leaders and organizations

More details coming soon!

Registration

Coming soon!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Please see below for sponsorship opportunities.

Award Nominations

Submit your nomination

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Aloha Chapter is proud to announce the opening of nominations for outstanding leaders in philanthropy!

These awards offer an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of giving and recognize the individuals, organizations, and leaders whose generosity and dedication have strengthened our communities and made a lasting impact across Hawaiʻi. Award recipients will be honored at the National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon on Friday, November 13 at the Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort Hotel.

Help us recognize and celebrate these deserving champions of philanthropy by submitting a nomination today. You are welcome to submit nominations in multiple categories and nominate more than one individual or organization. Please note that a separate nomination form must be completed for each nomination.

Nominations are due on Monday, July 27, 2026.

Award for Outstanding Philanthropist
Award for Outstanding Foundation
Award for Outstanding Fundraising Professional
Award for Outstanding Business
Award for Outstanding Young Leader in Philanthropy

Sponsorship Opportunities

National Philanthropy Day is more than an event—it’s a catalyst. Your sponsorship allows us to recognize the leaders who inspire generosity and provide high-quality training and networking opportunities for fundraisers across the islands.

Expected Attendance

300 Nonprofit CEOs, Fundraising Professionals, and Board Members
350 Business Leaders, Nonprofit Leaders, and Donors
50+ Participating Nonprofit Organizations

About the Association of Fundraising Professionals – Aloha Chapter

The AFP Aloha Chapter strengthens Hawai‘i’s nonprofit sector by equipping fundraising professionals with the latest strategies, ethical practices, and advocacy tools to advance their missions and better serve our island communities.

Questions?

Contact Connie Choy, NPD chair, at cchoy@civilbeat.org.

Secure your sponsorship with the form at the bottom of this page, or click here to open it in a new window.

Sponsorship Levels

	AFP Aloha Chapter Visionary Sponsor (Full Year)	National Philanthropy Day Presenting Sponsor	National Philanthropy Day Distinguished Partner Sponsor	National Philanthropy Day Community Champion Sponsor	Changemaker Sponsor	Friend
	$50,000	$25,000	$15,000	$10,000	$5,000	$2,500
Table at NPD Awards Luncheon	Premier seating for 10	Premier seating for 10	Premier seating for 10	Premier seating for 10	8	8
Conference registrations	10	10	10	5	2
Recognized Presenter of the 2026 AFP Aloha Chapter Professional Development Series	✔
Ad in Hawaiʻi Business Magazine (confirm by 9/1/26)	Full-page	Full-page	Half-page	Half-page	Quarter-page
Company name mentioned throughout the NPD awards luncheon and conference	Displayed at Visionary level	Displayed at Presenting level	Displayed at Partner level	Displayed at Champion level	✔
Company logo on event materials	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Opportunity to provide a 30-second commercial shown via the conference app and at the luncheon	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Logo placement on the AFP Aloha Chapter website for 12 months	Prominent placement	Prominent placement	Prominent placement	Prominent placement	✔	✔
Social media spotlight	✔	✔	✔	✔
Naming sponsorship of one conference session	✔	✔	✔	✔
Opportunity to introduce a conference session	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Opportunity to present an Outstanding Honoree Award during the event (category at the discretion of the NPD chair)	✔	✔
Opportunity to introduce the National Philanthropy Day (NPD) Keynote speaker, Lynne Wester, or speak during the awards ceremony	✔
Opportunity to present a session at NPD	✔
Vendor table during the NPD Conference to showcase your products, services, and engage directly with attendees	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Invitation to participate in the AFP Aloha Chapter’s Volunteer in Philanthropy (VIP) Program and honor an Outstanding Community Volunteer with special recognition during the luncheon, with the honoree seated at your sponsored table	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔

Sponsorship Form

If you can't see the form below, click here to open it in a new window. If you would prefer a PDF version, click here.