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The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northeastern Pennsylvania Chapter (AFP NEPA) proudly announces its 2011 National Philanthropy Day Award Recipients.  This year, AFP NEPA will be honoring:

Outstanding Service to AFP*

John W. Dawe, CFRE

Outstanding Fundraising Professional

Elizabeth Connery 

Outstanding Foundation

The Paul D. Wasserott Foundation

Outstanding Corporation

Kane is Able, Inc.

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser

Mary Jule McCarthy

Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy

Richie Kraus, Founder of the 2U Fund

Outstanding Philanthropist

Walter B. Barbe, Ph.D.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Frank M. and Dorothea Henry

“This year’s event plans to be very special. We have an amazing group of honorees" said Mary Dolon, AFP Chapter President. "Our region is known for its resilient generosity.  Philanthropy Day is something we look forward to each year as it further excites the spirit of Philanthropy.”

The 2011 Philanthropy Day awards will be presented at the Philanthropy Day Luncheon on Friday, November 18, 2011 at The Woodlands Inn, Wilkes-Barre.

AFP NEPA is committed to making the awards process as inclusive as possible, recognizing outstanding achievements on the part of organizations of all sizes and stature. In this spirit, we encourage nominations on behalf of individuals and institutions whose accomplishments demonstrate excellence in philanthropy not solely in monetary terms, but in level of commitment, talent, creativity, and impact on our region.

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents more than 30,000 members in 200+ chapters in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, and certification programs. Locally, AFP programs include an educational lecture series, full-day fundraising conference, mentoring program, professional networking events, and resource exchange. More information can be found at the local chapter website at www.afpnepa.org or the International site www.afpnet.org.

* - The Outstanding Service to AFP Award was previously awarded this year at an AFP Member Meeting.