Celebrating 20 Years of Philanthropic Impact
Honoring the Past - Lighting the Future.
Join the AFP Indian River Chapter on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, for our National Philanthropy Day® Celebration as we honor the individuals and organizations whose generosity, leadership, and service continue to transform our community. As we celebrate our 20th Anniversary, we recognize two decades of philanthropic impact while inspiring the next generation of changemakers throughout Indian River County.
NPD was originally conceived and organized by Douglas Freeman in the 1980s, and the first official events were held in 1986 after President Reagan signed the proclamation. The day provides an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving and all that it has made possible. NPD celebrates the endless contributions individuals, businesses, and organizations across the world make to countless causes and missions.
Key dates leading up to the celebration!
August 14: Nomination Application Closes, 5:00 p.m.
September 4: Deadline to be included in printed materials.
October 2: Partnership Opportunity Window Closes
October 30: Event RSVP deadline.
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Explore Partnership Opportunities and make your commitment HERE
Join Us for the Celebration — Purchase Tickets HERE
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The 2026 National Philanthropy Day Steering Committee
From the Left: Elizabeth Thomason, Bev Shea, Allison Cloughley, Sidney Mihailoff,
Lauren Schirard, and Joleen Garcia.
NPD Chair
Allison Cloughley | Vero Classical School
NPD Steering Committee Members
Kerry Bartlett, CFRE, MBA | CARTER
Melissa DePriest, CFRE | Indian River Land Trust
Joleen Garcia | Indian River Habitat for Humanity
Ashley Marshall | Childcare Resources
Sydney Mihailoff | United Way of IRC
Michele Peters, CFRE | Driving Success
Angel Pietsch | Little Birthday Angels
Lauren Schirard | Morgan Stanley
Bev Shea | Vero Beach Museum of Art
Elizabeth Thomason | Boys & Girls Clubs of IRC
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