National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon 2026

The National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon honors the area's impactful fundraisers, philanthropists and volunteers. Join us at the Association of Fundraising Professionals NEPA Chapter's National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon and help us honor the best and brightest fundraisers in NEPA. The event will be held at Fiorelli's Catering, 1501 Main St, Peckville, PA 18452. The luncheon starts with coffee and networking at 11 a.m. and the full program begins at 11:30 a.m. You're invited to this celebration of the area's nonprofit community—and the special recognition of people and organizations working hard to make our home a better place. This year’s honorees are… Outstanding Business Community Bank Outstanding Emerging Philanthropist Jack Garvey Outstanding Foundation: The William E. Chatlos Foundation Outstanding Fundraising Professional Jessica Suda Baab Outstanding Lifetime Achievement Jim Thomas Outstanding Philanthropist Hayden Family Outstanding Service Organization Rotary of Northeast PA, District 7410 Outstanding Volunteer Jerry Musheno Tickets are $50 for AFP NEPA Chapter members and $55 for non-members. Full tables of eight or 10 are available. The deadline to purchase tickets is Tuesday, November 10! For more details on group purchases, email [email protected] or call chapter administration at 570-718-8485.