News Clippings & Press Releases

Mix and Mingle Event a Swimming Success!

By: Jen Filla
Date: April 6, 2012
Big thank you to Judy Anderson, Mark Haney and staff at The Florida Aquarium, for helping the Membership Committee put together a fun free mixer event at The Florida Aquarium's outdoor Cantina. Surrounded by more than thirty AFP Suncoast members and friends, networking was taken to a new level as various animals introduced themselves to guests - including a four-foot alligator, Hootie the great horned owl, and the majestic falcon!
Mix and Mingle Event a Swimming Success!

John Elbare Receives Chapter Service Award

By: Jen Filla
Date: April 2, 2012
In recognition of his generosity, dedication and leadership to the AFP Suncoast Chapter, Chapter President, Marion Yongue presented John Elbare with a Service Award at the monthly meeting on March 20, 2012. Way back when websites were a “new” technology, he redesigned the website, generously paid for the online hosting, made changes whenever needed and added on all the services that we have come to expect, like online registration and an email sign-up list. Thank you, John!
John Elbare Receives Chapter Service Award

Ten Star Chapter Recognition

By: Bryn Warner
Source: AFP International Headquarters
Date: February 29, 2012
Ten Star Chapter Recognition

Thank you! National Philanthropy Day 2011

By: Kim Payne
Date: December 7, 2011
Thank you for your support! As we reflect on the many blessings in our lives during this season of giving, AFP Florida Suncoast Chapter would like to express its sincere thanks and appreciation for making the 2011 National Philanthropy Day awards luncheon such an astounding success.
Thank you! National Philanthropy Day 2011

By Mayoral Proclamation, Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn recently declared Wednesday, November 16 as “National Philanthropy Day” in the City of Tampa.
Mayor Buckhorn Declares November 16 National Philanthropy Day in the City of Tampa