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National Philanthropy Day 2024

Mark your calendars for National Philanthropy Day on Friday, November 15, 2024!

This special day allows us to embrace the spirit of generosity and highlight the stories of community giving and leadership across Newfoundland and Labrador. It’s a celebration of the individuals who selflessly contribute their time, talents, and resources to enrich our communities.

Join us for this year’s celebration event, hosted by Amanda Mews from NTV. Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast at the Capital Hotel, located at 208 Kenmount Rd, St. John's, NL. Doors will open at 8:30 AM, with the program starting promptly at 9:00 AM.

We will be announcing the winners of this year's Spirit of Philanthropy awards in several categories, along with inspiring videos that showcase their contributions.

• Outstanding Special Event
• Outstanding Philanthropist Award (corporate)
Outstanding Philanthropist Award (Group)
• Outstanding Philanthropist Award (Individual) 
Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer Award (Individual)
• Rising Star Award
• Outstanding Fundraising Executive
• Career Excellence Award
Tickets are $40 each 
Purchase Tickets HERE!

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2023 National Philanthropy Day
National Philanthropy Day is Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Proudly sponsored by Bell Canada

This is a day where we get to feel the love and share the stories of community giving and leadership in giving throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. A day to celebrate the many people in our community, who give of their time, talent and treasures to support our communities and make them better.

The year's event will take place at the Capital Hotel, 208 Kenmount Rd, St. John's, NL. Doors will open at  8:30 AM for a 9:00 AM start. Coffee and pastries will warm your belly and the stories of giving will warm your heart.
Tickets are $35 each 
Purchase Tickets HERE!
https://trellis.org/nationalphilanthropyday 

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2022 National Philanthropy Day
National Philanthropy Day is Tuesday, November 15, 2022

This is a day where we get to feel the love and share the stories of community giving and leadership in giving throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. A day to celebrate the many people in our community, who give of their time, talent and treasures to support our communities and make them better.

The event will take place at the Manuals River Interpretation Centre, at 830 am for a 900 am start. Coffee and pastries will warm your belly and the stories of giving will warm your heart. 

Program available soon! 

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2021 National Philanthropy Day

National Philanthropy Day is November 15, 2021.  
We will celebrate the many people in our community, who give of their time, talent and treasures to support our communities and make them better.

The 2021 National Philanthropy Day Awards Ceremony honoring outstanding philanthropic achievement in Newfoundland and Labrador 8:30am on Monday, November 15, 2021 at the Manuel’s River Interpretation Centre.

These awards celebrate individuals, businesses and organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment and leadership to philanthropy throughout our Province.

Registration is required to attend. Due to Covid-19 Public Health Guidance, this event is by invitation only.


2020 National Philanthropy Day

National Philanthropy Day is November 15, 2020.  

We will celebrate the many people in our community, who give of their time, talent and treasures to support our communities and make them better.

Due to current public health restrictions, there will be a smaller, socially distanced gathering on Monday November 16 starting at 8:30am with the AFP NL board of directors, award winners and their nominators to present the Spirit of Philanthropy awards.

The event will also unfold on the AFP NL Facebook page starting at 8:30am, with videos and announcements of this year's Spirit of Philanthropy award winners in the following categories:
• Rising Star Award
• Outstanding Fundraising Executive
• Outstanding Special Event
• Outstanding Corporate Philanthropist Award
• Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer Award (Individual)
• Spirit of Philanthropy Award (Group)
• Outstanding Philanthropist Award

We look forward to celebrating National Philanthropy Day first thing Monday morning!!



2019 National Philanthropy Day 
On November 15, 2019 AFP NL will be honoring outstanding philanthropic achievement in Newfoundland and Labrador during a breakfast at Manuels River Hibernia Interpretation Center proudly sponsored by Bell Aliant (ticket information below)
 
CONGRATULATIONS to the 2019 Spirit of Philanthropy Award Recipients:
 
Outstanding Philanthropist Award - Karl Smith
 
Spirit of Philanthropy Award (Group) - Gander Goodwill
 
Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer Award (Individual) - Mark MacLeod
 
Outstanding Special Event - The Tickle Swim for Mental Health
 
Outstanding Corporate Philanthropist Award - The Public Service Credit Union
 
Outstanding Fundraising Executive - Christine Morgan, Ronald McDonald House
 
Rising Star Award - Laura Ivany, Stella’s Circle
 
Registration & Networking: 8:00am
Breakfast & Awards Ceremony: 8:30-9:30am
Tickets $35 for Members and $45 for Non-Members