Association of Fundraising Professionals Colorado Chapter

This year's National Philanthropy Day Colorado luncheon was incredible! Despite the snowy weather, we had a full house. Thank you to everyone who showed up and demonstrated their big hearts supporting the inspiring, heart-led, and innovative 2024 Honorees. Your presence made the event truly special! 2024 National Philanthropy Day Honorees: Outstanding Large Business Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, Denver Outstanding Small Business Hartford Homes, Timnath Outstanding Foundation Chinook Fund, Denver Outstanding Philanthropists Jeanne and Dick Saunders, Denver Outstanding Professional Fundraiser Chelsea Carver, Denver Outstanding Volunteer Curtis Fulton, Lone Tree Outstanding Service Organization Arcani Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Greeley Outstanding Youth Copland LaBerge, Westminster Outstanding Youth Group Brighton Youth Commission, Brighton Lifetime Achievement Lauren Y. Casteel, Denver Inspiration, arc Thrift Stores, Denver

Congratulations to this year's Oustanding Service Organization winner - Arcani Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc.! We celebrated today at National Philanthropy Day in Colorado!

Congrats to Outstanding Philanthropists Jeanne and Dick Saunders at today's National Philanthropy Day in Colorado celebration!

We can't wait to see you for the NPD in Colorado Awards Luncheon at Seawell Ballroom, Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex in a few hours! Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor Morgridge Family Foundation and other wonderful sponsors here https://lnkd.in/gKRuNYPr Registration opens at 11:00 am, and the program will start at 11:30 a.m., We encourage you to arrive early to get checked in and for networking! Please consider alternative transportation or the many lots and garages nearby. Parking lot options within walking distance include: Arts Complex Parking Garage 1601 Curtis Street 1401 Lawrence Street 1515 Arapahoe Street 1587 Lawrence Street

Happy Friday! We hope you snagged your tickets today (https://lnkd.in/gNXzpW4f) for the annual National Philanthropy Day luncheon next Thursday, 11/7. You will hear heartwarming stories like this one, https://lnkd.in/gQtmx6k2, and hear about amazing hearts at work from all our 2024 Honorees below! Can't wait to see you there! 2024 National Philanthropy Day Honorees Outstanding Large Business Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Denver Outstanding Small Business Hartford Homes Timnath Outstanding Foundation Chinook Fund Denver Outstanding Philanthropists Jeanne and Dick Saunders Denver Outstanding Professional Fundraiser Chelsea Carver Denver Outstanding Volunteer Curtis Fulton Lone Tree Outstanding Service Organization Arcani Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Greeley Outstanding Youth Copland LaBerge Westminster Outstanding Youth Group Brighton Youth Commission Brighton Lifetime Achievement Lauren Y. Casteel Denver Inspiration arc Thrift Stores Denver

Get your tickets for the NPD luncheon by the end of the day on November 1. Kyle Clark will be emceeing the event again. https://bit.ly/3XU1Si5. #NationalPhilanthropyDay #npdcolorado #Colorado #afpcolorado

We can’t wait to celebrate the National Philanthropy Honorees! Please join us in honoring these amazing people and organizations on November 7 at?https://www.afpcc.org. ?Honorees: ?Outstanding Small Business: Hartford Homes ?Outstanding Foundation: Chinook Fund ?Outstanding Philanthropists: Jeanne and Dick Saunders ?Outstanding Professional Fundraiser: Chelsea Carver ?Outstanding Volunteer: Curtis Fulton ?Outstanding Service Organization: Arcani Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon ?Outstanding Youth: Copland LaBerge ?Outstanding Youth Group: Brighton Youth Commission, Brighton ?Lifetime Achievement: Lauren Casteel ?Inspiration: Arc Thrift Stores ?Outstanding Youth Group: Brighton Youth Commission, Brighton ?Lifetime Achievement: Lauren Casteel ?Inspiration: Arc Thrift Stores ?

National Philanthropy Day?- Outstanding Professional Fundraiser We are excited to celebrate and award?Chelsea Carver as our 2024 Outstanding Professional Fundraiser.?Her 18+ years of service through Mile High United Way, working herself to be the current Chief Development and Strategy Officer, has resulted in more than $400 million raised and pioneered numerous initiatives to enhance the region's well-being. Throughout her career, she has focused on giving her time, talent, and treasure to the causes she cares deeply about, moving thousands of others to stand with her and further the impact of Denver and the surrounding communities. Come celebrate Chelsea at this year's National Philanthropy Day Luncheon on November 7th. Purchase tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g8XJfyfE

Do you have your ticket yet? Join us for a private screening of UnCharitable tomorrow! Don't miss this very timely and crucial documentary. Everything you know about change… is about to change. In an emotional call to action, this powerful film demands that charities be freed from traditional constraints to truly change the world. When: Thursday, Oct 24th Where: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Academy Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Cost: AFP Members: $15 Gen. Admission: $20 Tickets: https://lnkd.in/d6rRt8jY

Congrats to our National Philanthropy Day 2024 Outstanding Youth and Youth Group!!! Copland LeBerge of Westminster This 17-year-old founded his own nonprofit organization to rehouse hamsters and has proven to be an excellent fundraiser. He has completed more than 400 hours of volunteer work at a local animal hospital, plus is an advocate for neurodivergent youth and a positive role model in his community. ?Brighton Youth Commission Started in 2007 from a Master Plan on Youth, Education, and Families, this Commission is made up of 38 youth and five adults who work alongside helping youth develop leadership skills and making a difference in the community. Register today and help us celebrate Copland: https://bit.ly/3XU1Si5 #Philanthropy?#NationalPhilanthropyDay?#Colorado?#brightoncolorado?#AFPColorado?#youthempowerment