2026 Spirit of Philanthropy Awards
Each year, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter (AFP NL) recognizes individuals, businesses, organizations, volunteers and fundraising professionals whose generosity, leadership and commitment are helping to strengthen philanthropy across Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Spirit of Philanthropy Awards provide an opportunity for charitable and non-profit organizations, fundraising professionals, volunteers, service organizations and community members to recognize those who are making an exceptional difference through philanthropy.
Whether through charitable giving, volunteer leadership, fundraising, community engagement or professional excellence, these awards celebrate the people and organizations helping to build stronger communities throughout our province.
Nominations Are Now Open
We encourage organizations and individuals across Newfoundland and Labrador to nominate a deserving person, business, organization, group, volunteer, event or fundraising professional.
Nomination Deadline: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
2026 Award Categories
Outstanding Philanthropist Award
Honours exceptional philanthropic leadership, generosity, community involvement and commitment to charitable causes.
Awards are presented in three categories:
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Outstanding Philanthropist – Individual
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Outstanding Philanthropist – Corporation/Business
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Outstanding Philanthropist – Group/Organization
Nominees may be recognized for sustained charitable support, a significant or transformational contribution, their ability to inspire others to give, or the meaningful impact their philanthropy has had on organizations and communities.
Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer Award
Recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional volunteer leadership in fundraising.
The recipient generously shares their time, skills and expertise to advance charitable organizations, strengthen fundraising efforts, engage others and help achieve meaningful fundraising results.
New for 2026: Outstanding Volunteer Leadership Award
Recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional volunteer leadership through governance, strategic leadership, advocacy, campaign leadership or community engagement.
This award celebrates volunteers whose leadership strengthens charitable organizations, builds partnerships, champions philanthropy and creates lasting impact within their organization or community.
Nominees must serve in a volunteer capacity and cannot be employed by the organization for the contributions being recognized. AFP membership is not required.
New for 2026: Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy
Recognizes a young individual or youth group demonstrating exceptional leadership and commitment to philanthropy through volunteerism, fundraising, advocacy or charitable giving.
This award celebrates young people who show initiative, creativity and a commitment to making a positive difference while inspiring others to become involved in their communities.
Individual nominees must be 19 years of age or younger. Youth groups are also eligible, and AFP membership is not required.
Outstanding Special Event Award
Recognizes a special event that demonstrates excellence in fundraising while increasing awareness, engagement and support for a charitable organization or cause.
Consideration may be given to fundraising success, creativity, community involvement, volunteer engagement, partnerships, donor stewardship and the event's lasting impact.
Outstanding Fundraising Rising Star Award
Open to AFP NL members only
Recognizes an emerging fundraising professional who has demonstrated exceptional promise, professionalism, ethical fundraising practices and a commitment to professional growth.
Nominees must have at least two years and no more than five years of paid professional fundraising experience and must be members in good standing of AFP Newfoundland and Labrador.
Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award
Open to AFP NL members only
Recognizes a fundraising executive whose leadership, vision and commitment to ethical fundraising have made an outstanding contribution to their organization and to the advancement of philanthropy.
Nominees must have a minimum of five years of professional fundraising experience and be members in good standing of AFP Newfoundland and Labrador.
Fundraising Career Excellence Award
Open to current or retired AFP NL members
Recognizes a fundraising professional whose career exemplifies excellence, ethical practice and outstanding leadership in advancing philanthropy.
Nominees must have a distinguished career of at least 25 years in professional fundraising and must be a current member in good standing or a retired member of the AFP Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter.
Help Us Celebrate Philanthropy in Newfoundland and Labrador
Behind every charitable organization, community initiative and fundraising success are people who give their time, talent, resources and leadership to make a difference.
Help us recognize them.
Submit a nomination for the 2026 Spirit of Philanthropy Awards by Friday, October 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
The Spirit of Philanthropy Awards
Click each category to nominate
Community Awards
AFP NL Member Only Awards
Contact afp.nlchapter@gmail.com with any questions.
History of Spirit of Philanthropy Award Winners
Previous Winners