A widely recognized physician and business leader, a prominent Topeka law firm, a foundation that has supported numerous area organizations and campaigns, and a dedicated volunteer will all be recognized at the 2015 National Philanthropy Day celebration. Hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals – Topeka Council on Philanthropy (AFP-TCOP), the luncheon event will take place on October 9, 2015 starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Topeka Country Club.
Kent Palmberg, MD, is the recipient of the 2015 Philanthropic Leadership award recognizing his exceptional generosity to charitable organizations and causes and dedication to helping them achieve their goals through active participation and by setting an example for others to follow. Dr. Palmberg is involved with a number of non-profits including the Stormont-Vail Foundation, Midland Care, the University of Kansas, the Kansas 4-H Foundation, and the Boy Scouts of America – Jayhawk Area Council. He is senior vice president and chief medical officer of Stormont-Vail HealthCare.
Also being recognized are:
- Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer, LLP – Outstanding Corporation
- Sabatini Family Foundation – Outstanding Foundation
- Bob Evenson, Topeka Aviation Explorer Post 8 – Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Typically held in November as part of the nationwide observance of National Philanthropy Day, the 2015 event was moved to October to take advantage of AFP International’s president and CEO Andrew Watt’s planned visit to Topeka. Watt will be giving the luncheon keynote exploring the future of philanthropy.
“We’re pleased to recognize the outstanding efforts of our award recipients, and excited to have Mr. Watt as our special guest,” said Jeremy Hall, AFP-TCOP president. “Topeka – and all of northeast Kansas – is blessed with generous neighbors and business partners. Our National Philanthropy Day celebration is an opportunity to honor the giving spirit of our community,”
Individual tickets for the luncheon are $35 and available at www.afptopeka.afpnet.org or by calling Tina Long at 785-354-5995.