Excellence in Philanthropy Awards

Since 1981, AFP NJ’s Excellence in Philanthropy Awards have recognized the achievements of some of the most notable citizens and organizations in our State who have dedicated their efforts toward making New Jersey a better place.

Our 2021 Excellence in Philanthropy Awards Celebration took place virtually on September 30, 2021.

We invite you to take a moment to see whom we have honored, and our loyal sponsors the past few years.

2018

2019

2021

Congratulations 2021 Excellence in Philanthropy Honorees!

AFP-NJ President's Award	Alan J. Verbeke President Yukon Graphics, Inc.	Bio
Award for Consulting Excellence	Anthony R. Alonso President Catapult Fundraising, Inc.	Bio
Outstanding Foundation	Grunin Foundation	Bio
Outstanding Nonprofit Advocate	Robin Lavorato Executive Director Essex Health and Wellness Recovery Center	Bio
Outstanding Philanthropic Innovator	J. Craig Paris Assistant Headmaster for Advancement Delbarton School	Bio
Outstanding Philanthropist (Organizational budgets of $1M <)	Joel Markel President, Founder, CEO Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services	Bio
Outstanding Philanthropist (Organizational budgets of $1M >)	Robert A. Dent IEEE Volunteer IEEE	Bio
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser The 2019 Robert J. Smythe Award	Christopher Hemmer Chief Development Officer SCARC Foundation Inc.	Bio
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser The 2020 Robert J. Smythe Award	William H. Miller, CFRE Chief Executive Officer Kean University Foundation	Bio