2025 Nomination Forms

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Northwest Ohio (AFP NWO) will celebrate its 38th Annual National Philanthropy Day® on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. In their longstanding partnership with AFP NWO, Greater Toledo Community Foundation will continue as the presenting sponsor for the event, bringing their support and collaboration.

Each year, AFP NWO honors those who, through their hard work and dedication, have advanced philanthropy, enhanced our community and have created positive change. Similarly, the Community Foundation has hosted the Nonprofit Excellence Awards to recognize the worthwhile efforts and projects local philanthropic causes have made within the Toledo region. In a spirit of shared purpose and collective impact, AFP NWO is honored to integrate the Excellence Awards into their chapter’s celebration of philanthropy. This transition unites efforts to recognize the power of giving, deepen community engagement, and elevate the legacy of philanthropy. 

National Philanthropy Day® acknowledges the entire spectrum of services provided by the nonprofit community and recognizes the profound impact philanthropy has on the fabric of society. Each year, AFP honors those who, through their hard work and dedication, have advanced philanthropy, enhanced their communities, and changed the world.

National Philanthropy Day
Award Nomination

Recognizing individuals and organizations for their spirit of selfless generosity inspires the entire community to celebrate the spirit of philanthropy, spurring others on to “Change the World with a Giving Heart.”

Nominations will be accepted from any individual, business, or nonprofit for the following categories:

  • Outstanding Corporate Philanthropist
  • Outstanding Philanthropist
  • Outstanding Foundation
  • Outstanding Fundraising Professional
  • Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
  • Outstanding Media Outlet
  • Outstanding Youth(s) in Philanthropy (an individual, pair, or small group of young people Ages 5-17)
  • Outstanding Youth(s) in Philanthropy (an individual, pair, or small group of young people Ages 18-23)

No individual, business, or foundation will be considered for an award in the same category they have previously won within a period of 10 years of their award.



Volunteer Recognition 
Award

Wish you could do more to thank a volunteer for their tireless donation of time and talent?  Whether this effort is from a single person, a couple, or co-chairs of an event, you can thank them and make them feel special by nominating them for the Volunteer Recognition portion of the NPD program. Select a volunteer who has donated a significant amount of their time and/or has contributed financially to your organization.  

Each volunteer will be introduced at the NPD luncheon, listed with the designating agency in the program, and receive a certificate of appreciation. We do ask that your organization register and cover the cost of lunch for your volunteer. 

Only one volunteer per organization will be recognized (a couple or a pair of co-chairs of a campaign/event are considered to be one volunteer).








GTCF Nonprofit of the Year Awards

These awards recognize organizations that are transforming our community through strategic growth and inclusive, partnership-driven approaches. Eligible organizations will have either expanded service delivery models or transformed systems to more effectively address identified community needs. Priority consideration will be given to initiatives that employ data and metrics to identify needs, align with broader community-wide planning efforts, and demonstrate intentional, cross-sector collaboration. Successful organizations not only create meaningful and sustainable impact but also exemplify innovation in addressing community challenges. Both winners in the Nonprofit of the Year category will receive an unrestricted grant of $6,500.00

  • Nonprofit of the Year - Small
  • Nonprofit of the Year - Large









Deadline for submissions will be 5:00pm on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Nominations will only be accepted via this electronic form and must be completed in one session.

Need help filling out the form? Send an email to Lori Bartkowiak: lori@afpnwo.org or call 419-345-5791.