AFP National Philanthropy Day “Be a Gallant” Nomination Checklist
Before you start…
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Read all National Philanthropy Day guidelines
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Confirm award category fit
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Confirm nominee availability for Friday, November 6, 2026
🧭 REQUIRED CONTENT:
☐ Accomplishments
☐ Distinguished service
☐ Commitment to the Miami-Dade community
☐ Impact on your organization (time, talent, treasure, testimony)
☐ Impact on other local nonprofits
☐ Awards or honors
☐ Additional supporting context
☐ Who will attend in support of the nominee
✍️ WRITING LIKE GALLANT:
☐ Use clear, concise responses tied directly to the nomination category
☐ Include specific numbers and anecdotes or mini-stories if possible
☐ Show depth (your nominee) and breadth (others/community)
☐ Use “Before → After” framing when possible
✉️ SUPPORTING LETTERS
☐ Submitted with nomination (mandatory)
☐ Written by people with distinct perspectives
☐ Include anecdotes and supporting evidence
☐ Add new insights (don’t repeat nomination text)
🚫 AVOID AT ALL COSTS
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⛔ Resumes, press, annual reports as substitutes
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⛔ Vague praise (“very generous,” “highly involved”)
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⛔ Missing nominee availability confirmation
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⛔ Late or missing letters
⭐ FINAL CHECK
Ask yourself:
“Have I made this easy to review, easy to score, and easy to remember?” If yes, then you’re being a Gallant!