RSVP for National Philanthropy Day

media release: The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Greater Madison Chapter is excited to announce the honorees of the 2023 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon. These individuals, businesses, and organizations have shown commitment and passion to strengthening our community and making it a better place to live for everyone. Philanthropy can take on different meanings and forms of engagement in our community. Here at AFP Greater Madison, we consider the desire to promote the welfare of others to go far beyond the topic of money. The impact of philanthropy can be shown through a nominee’s ability to guide others to action resulting in an improved outcome for all. We believe that philanthropy is, "an idea, event, or action that is done to better humanity."  Philanthropists give of themselves to create a stronger, more equitable community, and inspire and guide others around them to also take actions that result in an improved outcome for all.

Congratulations to the following 2023 National Philanthropy Day Honorees:

Lifetime Achievement: John Ralston

Lifetime Achievement: Pete Lundberg

Outstanding Business: Paul Davis Restoration

Outstanding Fundraising Professional: Jenny Pressman

Outstanding Individual Philanthropist: Andy and Jenny Czerkas

Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation: Roots & Wings Foundation

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser: John Sims 

Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy: Christian Huber

On Thursday, November 9, 2023 guests will come together to celebrate these honorees at the 36th annual AFP Greater Madison National Philanthropy Day held at the Overture Center for the Arts. “The Association of Fundraising Professionals is honored to celebrate the people and organizations working to make the world a better, brighter, and more equitable place,” said Anna January, President of the AFP Greater Madison Chapter. “Each honoree has made a meaningful difference in our community and National Philanthropy Day is a great way for us to showcase their good works.” Event information can be found at www.afpmadison.org.

11:30 Guest Check-In (Tickets must be purchased in advance)

12:00 Program Begins

12:10 Lunch served

1:30 Program Concludes