2012 National Philanthropy Day
Sponsored by AFP Suncoast Chapter and Community Foundation of Tampa Bay
Award Nomination Information
Celebrating the Philanthropic Spirit of the Suncoast
For almost 20 years, hundreds of communities across North America have come together to recognize the countless ways philanthropy has affected our world. National Philanthropy Day (NPD) is celebrated by numerous fundraisers, government leaders, businesses and individuals who wish to honor all the contributions philanthropy has made. NPD provides an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving and all that it has accomplished, as well as what there still is to do.
The Suncoast chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals sponsors an annual National Philanthropy Day awards program to recognize the outstanding achievements of Tampa Bay’s individual, foundation and corporate philanthropists, fundraising volunteers and professional fundraising executives. The 2012 celebration will take place on November 14 at a luncheon at the A La Carte Pavillion. Community organizations are encouraged to nominate their supporters and volunteers who demonstrate generous commitment to their community.
Award Descriptions
Philanthropist of the Year
Presented to an individual or family with a proven record of exceptional generosity to a variety of philanthropic causes and who, through direct financial support, has demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable responsibility and encourages others to take philanthropic leadership roles in the community.
Philanthropic Corporation of the Year
Presented to a corporation or corporate foundation that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through financial support and volunteerism and that encourages and motivates others to take philanthropic leadership roles in the community.
Philanthropic Small Business of the Year
Presented to a business with 100 employees or less that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through financial support and volunteerism and that encourages and motivates others to take philanthropic leadership roles in the community.
Spirit of Philanthropy
Presented to an individual, group of individuals, or a family that has recognized a charitable need and developed a unique approach to advancing philanthropy in the community. The award recipient will be one who exemplifies the spirit of giving above and beyond.
Gayle Sierens Volunteer of the Year in Philanthropy
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in coordinating groups of volunteers for major fundraising projects. The recipient should demonstrate exceptional skills coordinating and motivating groups of volunteers for fundraising projects for the benefit of charitable institutions and a commitment to the advancement of philanthropy.
Philanthropic Service Organization of the Year
Presented to a service organization that has demonstrated outstanding commitment to volunteerism for the benefit of charitable institutions and a commitment to the advancement of philanthropy.
Youth in Philanthropy
Presented to an individual or youth organization (18 years old and younger) that has demonstrated outstanding commitment to volunteerism and fundraising for the benefit of charitable institutions.
Past Award Recipients
Philanthropist of the Year
Helen and Sam Davis (1989)
Frederick E. Fisher (1990)
William E. Hale (1991)
George Jenkins (1992)
Gus Stavros (1993)
Celia & James Ferman (1994)
Marty & Ted Couch (1995)
Frankie & Stan Harrell (1996)
Allen & Isabelle Leepa (1997)
Carol & Frank Morsani (1997)
Don N. Hawkins (1998)
John H. Sykes (1998)
Ray & Nancy Murray (1999)
Dr. James P. Gills (2000)
Bill Johnson & Family (2001)
The Poe Family (2002)
The Jim and Amy Shimberg Family (2003)
The DeBartolo Family Foundation (2004)
Drs. Kiran & Pallavi Patel (2005)
Chris Sullivan (2006)
Bill & Hazel Hough (2007)
Pam & Les Muma (2008)
Hinks & Elaine Shimberg (2009)
The Honorable David A. Straz, Jr. (2010)
Dr. Zena Lansky (2011)
Philanthropic Corporation of the Year
Florida Power Corporation (1989)
GTE (1990)
TECO Energy, Inc. (1991)
NationsBank (1992)
St. Petersburg Times (1993)
Barnett Bank of Pinellas County (1994)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1995)
The Tampa Tribune (1996)
PrimeCo Personal Communications (1997)
Outback Steakhouse (1998)
Tampa Bay Lightning (1999)
TransWorld Diversified Services (2000)
Capital One (2001)
HSN (2002)
Ferman Motor Car Company (2003)
Raymond James Financial,Inc. (2004)
Bank of America (2005)
Publix Super Markets Charities (2006)
HSBC Mortgage Services (2007)
Bright House Networks (2008)
Valpak Direct Marketing Systems (2009)
The Bank of Tampa (2010)
Mosaic (2011)
Spirit of Philanthropy
Captain Ray Chase (1999)
Kristy Knight & Tammy Beardsley (2000)
Barbara Wilcox (2001)
Melissa Helms & Risa Tramel (2002)
Eddie Dow/Lights of Lake Park Estates (2003)
African American Families Unite (2004)
13 Ugly Men (2005)
Old Salt Fishing Club (2006)
Dottie Berger MacKinnon (2007)
The Gonzmart Family (2008)
Bob & Cathy Smith (2009)
Eckerd Family Foundation (2010)
The Silver Coffee Committee (2011)
Philanthropic Small Business of the Year
Kiefer Village Jewels (2001)
Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc. (2002)
Nurses Choice, Inc. (2003)
Stahl & Associates Insurance (2004)
Jim’s Harley-Davidson (2005)
Thomas Printing (2006)
Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union (2007)
The Family Dentist (2008)
Ren Scott Productions (2009)
CGM Services, Inc. (2010)
Phillies Florida, LLC (2011)
Youth in Philanthropy
Christopher Shelton (2000)
Justin Lo (2001)
Jennifer Sasso (2001)
Brian Orloff (2002)
Kevin Humphreys (2003)
The Hospice Teen Volunteers (2004)
Tacy Stephens (2005)
Miles Marinello (2005)
Guillermo Pi (2006)
Zach Bonner (2007)
Morgan Goodman (2008)
Thomas Burley (2009)
David Roth (2010)
Jacob Rice (2011)
Gayle Sierens Volunteer of the Year in Philanthropy
Mary Wyatt Allen (1995)
Barbara Chapman Walker (1996)
Jean Spada (1997)
Gloria Carlino Giunta (1998)
Jack Butcher (1999)
Beverly A. & Alfred S. Austin (2000)
Elizabeth Kennedy (2001)
Lisa Mulfinger (2002)
Susan Betzer (2003)
Anne M. Winchell (2004)
Ernie Reiner, MD (2005)
Susan Leisner (2006)
Helen Torres (2007)
Ed & Marsha Droste (2008)
Mary L. Shuh (2009)
Jack Harris (2010)
Kay Dillinger (2011)
Philanthropic Service Organization of the Year
Tampa Breakfast SERTOMA Club (1995)
Kiwanis Club of Sun City Center (1996)
Rotary Club of Tampa (1997)
Interbay Rotary Club (1998)
Senior Friends (1999)
Kiwanis Club of Tampa (2000)
Krewe of Augustina de Aragon (2001)
Hands On Tampa Bay (2002)
LAMPLighters (2003)
Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin (2004)
Rotary Club of Clearwater (2005)
Greater Tampa Sertoma (2006)
The Exchange Club of North East St. Petersburg (2007)
Junior League of Tampa (2008)
West Pasco Sertoma Club (Adult, 2009)
Jesuit High School Key Club (Youth, 2009)
Sun City Center Emergency Squad (2010)
PEACE volunteer Center at the University of Tampa (2011)
Submissions
Please submit your nomination online on the National Philanthropy Day page by midnight September 14, 2012. Late nominations will not be accepted.
Requirements for a Winning Entry
Nominations must be submitted online. Please complete the application form and ensure that all contact information is accurate. You may submit more than one nomination, however you must submit a separate form for each nomination. Check with your nominee prior to submitting your nomination to be certain that he/she can attend the event if selected for the award.
Read the award descriptions carefully to make sure you are nominating your candidate in the appropriate category. Nominations for the wrong category will be disqualified. In an essay of 500 words or less describe how your nominee meets the criteria for the selected category. Include as much information as possible to help the judges understand the impact your nominee has had on the community. Include measurable results when applicable. Do not include any additional materials such as support letters. They will not be seen by the judges. Submit your nomination online at http://afpsuncoast.org/npd on the National Philanthropy Day page by midnight September 14, 2012. Late nominations will not be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I nominate in more than one category?
A. Yes, you may submit nominations in multiple categories, but you are limited to one nomination per category. Only one winner will be selected from each organization. However, if one of your nominees is selected as the Philanthropist of the Year, it will not affect your other nominations. Judges will select the Philanthropist of the Year before considering the candidates in the other categories.
Q. If my nominee is selected, am I notified before the National Philanthropy Day luncheon on November 14, 2012?
A. All organizations will be notified in mid-October about the status of their nominations. Award winners are expected to attend the luncheon.
Q. Can I submit the same nomination that I submitted last year?
A. Yes! The awards are very competitive and your nominee may have been close to winning. We encourage you to update the information and resubmit.
Q. What if my nominee was nominated by another organization and received an award in a previous year. Can I nominate them again?
A. Yes, as long as it is in a different category. Winners may not receive the same award more than once.
Q. I am having a problem submitting the form online. Who do I call?
A. Call Jane Arnett (727) 501 3200 or email jane@yournonprofitadvisor.com.
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