2025 National Philanthropy Day

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Join us for AFP Aloha Chapter's 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Conference & Awards Luncheon taking place on Friday, November 14, 2025 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. 

Keynote Speaker

We're excited to announce our keynote speaker, Lynne Wester, Principal and Founder of Donor Relations Group! Well respected in the philanthropic community and beyond, Lynne has been featured in publications like The Washington Post and is the author of four books. She also co-hosts the podcast Fundraising is Funny with T. Clay Buck, CFRE.

Lynne will present the keynote address, "Fundraising is Funny Because Sometimes You Have to Laugh to Keep from Crying (and Then Learn Something Anyway)," and lead a breakout session on "Building Connections through Donor Communications: Listening, learning, and leading with impact."

Congratulations to our 2025 National Philanthropy Day Honorees!

Kyla Nakashima
Outstanding Youth In Philanthropy

Mauna Kea Resort
Outstanding Corporation In Philanthropy

Stupski Foundation
Outstanding Foundation In Philanthropy

Diamond Bakery
Outstanding Small Business In Philanthropy

RADM Alma Grocki, USN (ret.)
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser In Philanthropy

Eric Co
Co-Awardee For Outstanding Community Leadership

Nanci Kreidman
Co-Awardee For Outstanding Community Leadership

Jung Song
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser

Catherine "Kitty" Yannone
Philanthropist In Memoriam

Event Information

Date: Friday, November 14, 2025

Location: Sheraton Waikiki Hotel

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

Registration

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Please see below for sponsorship opportunities.

Conference Schedule

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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

  • 400 Nonprofit CEOs, Fundraising Professionals, and Board Members
  • 450 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 Kerri Bosworth Van Duyne, NPD sponsorship chair, at NPDsponsor@afphawaii.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 2025 AFP Aloha Chapter Professional Development Series ✔
Ad in Hawaiʻi Business Magazine (confirm by 9/1/25) 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

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