AFP Saskatoon Chapter is delighted to share that this year's National Philanthropy Day luncheon will be held on Thursday, November 12th, 2026, at Prairieland Park (Hall A).
Each year, hundreds of communities across North America come together to recognize the countless ways philanthropy has made a difference. AFP Saskatoon Chapter is excited to recognize and celebrate the many individuals and organizations that strengthen our community through their acts of generosity. Charitable organizations are invited to recognize their supporters with one nomination in each category: Honoured Supporter Award and Youth in Philanthropy Award, and their dedicated fundraising staff through the Chamberlain Scholarship.
2026 NPD SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER SESSION: CELEBRATING VOLUNTEERISM & PHILANTHROPY
In honour of International Volunteer Year 2026 Canada, proclaimed in response to the United Nations' call to celebrate all that our volunteers achieve, this year's luncheon will feature a signature spotlight session recognizing the vital role of volunteerism in our community. Presented as an engaging, fireside chat experience, the session will share diverse perspectives and inspiring stories that highlight the impact of giving time, talent, and leadership across Saskatoon and the surrounding areas.
For more information about this year's celebration, please contact the 2026 National Philanthropy Day Chair Vicki Corbin at v.corbin@saskatoonlibrary.ca
National Philanthropy Day Organizing Committee
Co-Chair: Vicki Corbin, Saskatoon Public Library
Leanne Barrington, Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Kristen Grenci, YWCA Saskatoon
Richard Kies, Global Philanthropic
Namarta Kochar, Women in Mining and Women in Nuclear Saskatchewan Inc. (WIM/WiN-SK)
Bohdana Kornelyuk, Nature Conservancy of Canada
Kate Lardner, University of Saskatchewan
Miren Luczka, University of Saskatchewan
Jay Richards, LutherCare Foundation
Stacey Schewaga, University of Saskatchewan
Debbie Werezak, DCG Philanthropic Services
Event Manager: Tal Blouin, Spark Creations & Bookings