National Philanthropy Day in Colorado is a special day set aside to recognize and pay tribute to the individuals and organizations whose contributions improve the quality of our lives, communities, and world.
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Nomination Period Now Closed - 2026 Winners Announced Below
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SAVE THE DATE
AWARDS LUNCHEON - NOVEMBER 5, 2026
11:00 am networking, 11:30 program starts
Individual ticket sales
To purchase a full table (10 seats)
please contact DeAnn @ deann@afpcc.org
2026 National Philanthropy Day Honorees
Outstanding Large Business
Wings Credit Union
Colorado Springs
Outstanding Small Business
Design Workshop
Denver
Outstanding Foundation
Enterprise Community Partners
Denver
Outstanding Philanthropist
Joan Slaughter
Denver
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Willie Duncan
Denver
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser
Sara Hazel
Denver
Outstanding Volunteer
Cindy Horner
Sterling
Outstanding Professional Grantmaker
Liz Jeralds
Englewood
Outstanding Youth
Michael Zhang
Englewood
Outstanding Youth Group
Lopez Elementary 4th Grade
Fort Collins
Lifetime Achievement
William J. "Bill" Hybl
Colorado Springs
Inspiration
The Women's Foundation of Colorado
Denver
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National Philanthropy Day Selection Committee
2025
Thank you to Empower for hosting the Selection Meeting. |
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Award Categories
Lifetime Achievement
Outstanding Large Business
Outstanding Small Business
Outstanding Foundation
Outstanding Philanthropist
Outstanding Professional Fundraiser
Outstanding Professional Grantmaker
Outstanding Service Organization
Outstanding Volunteer
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Inspiration Award
Outstanding Youth
Outstanding Youth Group
Full Award Category Descriptions
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Join us in 2026 to:
LEARN how individuals, organizations, and businesses across Colorado are creating a kinder,
more sustainable and just world
CONNECT with other changemakers who care about philanthropy and our vibrant nonprofit sector
CELEBRATE our award winners and the difference philanthropy makes
At National Philanthropy Day Colorado, we believe everyone can participate in philanthropy.
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NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY®
giving, volunteering, and everything you do to help change the world!
Our sincere thank you to all those who nominate people in their community
who support and uplift philanthropy in all areas.