Five Awards to be Presented at National Philanthropy Day Celebration
A couple who is setting an example for others to follow with their exceptional generosity, a leading non- profit organization providing over $49 million of charity care to patients throughout northeast Kansas, a Foundation providing financial assistance for head and neck cancer patients to improve their treatment, recovery and quality of life, an individual that has devoted much of his life to the arts in the Topeka community and a young development professional who is making a difference will all be recognized at the 2019 National Philanthropy Day celebration. Hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals – Topeka Council on Philanthropy (AFP-TCOP).
The luncheon event will take place on November 7th starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Topeka Country Club.
John and Alicia Salisbury are the recipient of the 2019 Philanthropic Leadership award!
Also being recognized:
• Stormont Vail Health – Outstanding Corporation
• HNC Living Foundation – Outstanding Foundation
• Jerry Reed – Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
• Kevin Burton, Director of Development-Topeka Civic Theatre – Outstanding Young Professional
“On behalf of the AFP-TCOP Board of Directors, it is our pleasure to host an event that recognizes generosity” said Courtney Schmelzle, 2019 National Philanthropy Day Chair. “Topeka and the northeast Kansas community is rich with kind hearts and compassionate giving. National Philanthropy Day is an opportunity to celebrate and honor the giving spirit.”
Individual tickets for the luncheon are $35 and available at www.afptopeka.afpnet.org or by calling Courtney Schmelzle at 785-336-0426.
