National Philanthropy Day

National Philanthropy Day® is a special day set aside each November to recognize the contributions of philanthropy and those active within the philanthropic community. Their efforts and generosity continue to enrich our world and our lives. National Philanthropy Day® is the AFP Greater Cleveland Chapter's largest annual fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting member scholarships and programming.

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025

Time: 3:30 PM

Location: Windows on the River, Flats West Bank, Cleveland

Cost: $85 for active AFP members | $95 for non-members | $640 per table (8 seats)

Please direct all questions and sponsorship inquiries to LeAirra Lacey and Jena Olsen, Co-Chairs of our National Philanthropy Day® event, at npd@afpcle.org.

Philanthropist of the Year Award

JoAnn and Bob Glick

Nominated by MetroHealth and Urban Community School

Youth in Philanthropy Award

Sam Coury

Nominated by The Centers

Volunteer of the Year

Fareed Siddiq

Nominated by The City Club of Cleveland and Inbloom Consulting

Outstanding Foundation Award

Cleveland Cavaliers Community Foundation

Nominated by I Am Boundless

Corporate Leadership Award

Bank of America

Nominated by Near West Theatre, Cuyahoga Community College Foundation, and Birthing Beautiful Communities

Read about our award winners here.

Sustaining Impact: How Cleveland Nonprofits are Leading Through Change

Presented by CCS Fundraising

Panelists

Wendy Hoke

President, Beaumont School

Dr. Shenise Johnson Thomas

Chief of External Relations and Development, Cleveland Public Library

Margaret Sanchez

President & CEO, Esperanza

Moderator: Eleanor Huston

Senior Vice President, CCS Fundraising

Join Cleveland’s philanthropic leaders for a forward-looking discussion on how nonprofits are navigating today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Marked by shifting community needs, new funding realities, and the call to engage the next generation of donors, this moment presents both challenges and opportunities for organizations across sectors. Together, we’ll explore how leaders are adapting missions and programs to address urgent priorities, diversifying revenue streams and pursuing long-term sustainability through philanthropy and endowments, and cultivating future philanthropists to foster a lasting culture of giving. This panel will highlight how organizations are responding with resilience and creativity while charting sustainable paths for impact throughout Cleveland.