National Philanthropy Day
November 15, 2007

Please plan to attend the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon, the AFPWNC and our region celebrate philanthropic actions of outstanding foundations, businesses, and individuals in the field of “giving”.  It provides an opportunity to recognize individuals and volunteers who represent the life of our communities.  These awards signify the very essence of volunteerism, quality leadership, direct gift support and the impact it represents, and a commitment to philanthropy.

National Philanthropy Day (NPD) founded in 1986, is a special day set aside each November by an official act of Congress. Its purpose is to commemorate and pay tribute to the contributions philanthropy has made to our personal lives, our local communities, our nation, and our world. On November 15, 2007 the Western North Carolina Chapter of AFP will honor individuals and groups, who thorough their hard work and dedication have enhanced philanthropy in our area.

National Philanthropy Day Awards Criteria

Outstanding Philanthropist Award

  • Commitment to philanthropic giving at a level, which significantly impacts an agency’s services in WNC.
  • Evidence of encouragement and motivation to others to take leadership roles in philanthropy.
  • Description of participation in, and gift support of, other community activities.
  • Evidence of philanthropic support of innovative approaches to problem solving.
  • Please include any further information that explains why you feel your candidate deserves this special award.

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award

  • Evidence of quality leadership and organizational ability in fundraising campaigns.
  • Description of time, effort, and financial commitment.
  • Description of fundraising goals achieved by his/her effort.
  • Evidence of success in recruiting and motivating others.
  • Please include any further information that explains why you feel your candidate deserves this special award.

Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award

  • Description of current career highlights and achievements, specific to fundraising, previous background on career, experience and results.
  • Examples of leadership that is effective, creative and has resulted in funding for a project, organization, or community initiative.
  • Description of person’s commitment to continuing professional development, including AFP membership, 5 years of philanthropic experience, conference participation, professional education, and promoting the AFP Code of Ethical Principals and Standards of Professional Practice for fundraising executives.
  • Evidence of commitment to this profession and to philanthropy through voluntary service and financial support of nonprofit or independent organizations
  • Please include any further information that explains why you feel your candidate deserves this special award.

Outstanding Corporation/Business in Philanthropy Award

  • Evidence of consistent investment in the community.
  • Evidence of direct gift support indicated by projects in the community, nationally, and/or internationally.
  • Description of impact of gift support on projects or initiatives.
  • Description of specific achievements accomplished through the organization’s efforts and funding.
  • Evidence of encouragement and motivation given to employees of the organization and others to take leadership roles toward philanthropy and community involvement.
  • Evidence of philanthropic support of innovative approaches to solving problems and sharing of best practices.
  • Please include any further information that explains why you feel your candidate deserves this special award

Outstanding Foundation/Organization in Philanthropy Award

  • Evidence of philanthropic support of innovative approaches to solving problems with an emphasis on sharing best practices and collaborative efforts.
  • Evidence of encouragement and motivation and assistance given to others to take leadership roles toward philanthropy and community involvement
  • Evidence of direct financial support indicated by support of projects or initiatives in the community, nationally, and/or internationally
  • Evidence of direct financial support on the above projects or initiatives.
  • Description of specific results that occurred through the organization’s funding.
  • Please include any further information that explains why you feel your candidate deserves this special award.

2007 Honorees

Outstanding Philanthropist

Dr. Kathleen McGrady

Outstanding Foundation

Melvin R. Lane Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

Outstanding Business in Philanthropy

Mast General Store  

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraisers

Janice and Joe Brumit  

Outstanding Fundraising Professional

Ann Fritschner, ACFRE


Previous Award Recipients

Fundraising Summit Award

2006- Norman Fink and Marshall Monroe, 2002-Mimi Cecil

Outstanding Philanthropist

2006- Margaret and Duane McKibben, 2005–Tina McGuire, 2004-Mark and Teri Muir, 2003-Paul F. Toebke, 2002-Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ferguson, 2001-Dr. Keith Black, 2000-Morris and Leah Karpen, 1999-Joel B. Adams, 1998-Dr. and Mrs. George M. Bilbrey and James A. Cooper, 1997-Martha Guy, 1996-J. Wesley Jones, MD and the Junior League of Asheville, 1995-Adelaide Daniels Key, 1994-Pamela Mills Turner, 1993-John Teeter, 1992-Raybern H. Dean.

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser

2006- Dorothy Dellenger Marlow, 2005-Colin E. Thomas, MD, 2004-Doris Eklund, 2003-Brenda Nash, 2002-Ruth and Luther Barnhardt, 2001-Alice and Arthur Green, 2000-James W. Stickney, IV, 1999-Phyllis Foxx, 1998-Hugh and Margaret (Danny) Verner, 1997-Marcia Burton Caserio, 1996-June Lenoci and Sue McClinton, 1995-W. Louis Bissette, Jr., 1994-C. Robert Bell, Jr., 1993-Ernest Ferguson, 1992-Glenn Wilcox.

Outstanding Business in Philanthropy

2006- Asheville Cardiology and Associates, 2005-Office Environments, 2004-Eaton Electrical, 2003-HomeTrust Bank, 2002-Ingles Markets, Inc., 2001-Steelcase, Inc., 2000-Wachovia Bank of WNC, 1999-First Citizens Bank, 1998-Nantalahala Outdoor Center.

Outstanding Organization or Foundation in Philanthropy

2006- Sisters of Mercy of NC Foundation, 2005-Vineyard Family Foundation of Hendersonville, 2004-New Leaf Fund, 2003-The Susanne Marcus Collins Foundation, 2002-The Janirve Foundation.

Outstanding Fundraising Executive

2006- Michelle Garashi-Ellick, 2005-Carla Sutherland, 2004-Myra Grant, 2003 Fern Wallin McCrimmon, 2002-Raymond Cruitt, 2001-Bruce D. Thorsen, 2000-Patricia S. Smith, 1999-Mark A. Bailey, 1998-Albert S. Gooch, Jr., 1997-George J. Pfeiffer.

Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy

2006- Anna Martin