National Philanthropy Day 2019

When:  Nov 15, 2019 from 07:30 AM to 09:00 AM (AT)
Associated with  AFPNS
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AFP Nova Scotia invites you to help us celebrate National Philanthropy Day!

This year, we will welcome Senator Terry Mercer to speak about findings from the Senate Committee Report, “Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector”. https://sencanada.ca/en/info-page/parl-42-1/cssb-catalyst-for-change/ 

Following the presentation, we will feature an engaging panel lead by Sarah Lyon, Director of Philanthropy and Communications, Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

Panel Participants:
Brad Jacobs, CEO, Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation
Renee Fournier, Director Marketing and Communications, Sacred Heart School of Halifax
Geoff Graham, Senior Director, Gift Planning at QEII Foundation
Tina Murphy, Manager, Community Banking & External Events, TD Bank Group

AFP Member Price: $30
Non-member Price: $45
*Tickets are available in Tables of 8

Friday, November 15, 2019

Ashburn Golf Club, Old Course
3250 Joseph Howe Drive
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m

Light refreshments will be provided.

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Philanthropy is “the love of humankind,” and National Philanthropy Day® (NPD) is the day that thousands of people around the world come together to both put that word into action and recognize the change that word has brought to our communities.

NPD is a celebration of philanthropy—giving, volunteering and charitable engagement—that highlights the accomplishments, large and small, that philanthropy—and all those involved in the philanthropic process—makes to our society and our world.

National Philanthropy Day® is both an official day and a grassroots movement. Every year since 1986, communities across the globe have celebrated by hosting events to recognize activities of donors, volunteers, foundations, leaders, corporations, and others engaged in philanthropy.

In 2012, Canada officially recognized November 15th as NPD, setting a new model for other countries to emulate. But NPD is far from just a top-down idea full of formal events. NPD is also a grassroots movement to increase public interest and awareness of the importance of philanthropy, as well as knowledge on giving, volunteering and engagement at the charitable level so people can practice EFFECTIVE philanthropy.

While many people show interest in giving or getting involved, they often need a little reminder about needs and to be inspired by goals and dreams. NPD spurs action, by not only providing tips and guidance, but ways to connect with causes and each other—so people can be inspired by what others are doing and create their own ideas for philanthropic engagement. 

This year, we will welcome Senator Terry Mercer to speak about findings from the Senate Committee Report, “Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector”. https://sencanada.ca/en/info-page/parl-42-1/cssb-catalyst-for-change/ 

Stay tuned for registration details!

Location

Ashburn Golf Club, Old Course
3250 Joseph Howe Drive
Halifax, NS B3L4G1
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