Thank you for celebrating National Philanthropy Day with us! We are thrilled to share that nominations for 2026’s event are NOW OPEN! Help us tell the story of incredible philanthropy in Central Ohio by nominating the amazing people, organizations, and companies in your circle. Review the 2026 NPD Nominations Packet below, and reach out to [email protected] by Monday February 23, 2026 to let us know who you’re thinking of nominating!
AFP Central Ohio is proud of the philanthropy happening in our community and invites you to join us in celebrating our community’s generosity at National Philanthropy Day! This year, the NPD luncheon is happening on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Hilton Columbus.
Your support will highlight the life-changing impact that philanthropy has on the Central Ohio region. Proceeds support the vision of AFP Central Ohio, to strengthen the nonprofit community by advancing donor-centered philanthropy.
Watch some highlights from last year’s event!
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National Philanthropy Day (NPD)® is a special day set aside to promote philanthropy and recognize individuals, organizations and businesses that are inspiring change through their significant impact on nonprofit organizations. Since 1992, the Central Ohio Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) annual event has celebrated local philanthropic contributions through awards at this event.
This year the Nomination Committee received many motivational nominations of individuals and organizations who have made a truly exceptional impact. Central Ohio AFP will present eight awards as a part of the National Philanthropy Day luncheon on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Columbus Downtown Hilton. The theme for Central Ohio AFP’s event is Celebrating Generosity and Impact. Ticket sales have ended
“We greatly appreciate all who completed nominations this year and the work of Naomi Merino, NPD Nominations Chair, her committee, and the reviewers. As evident by these submissions and selected honorees, we know Central Ohio is a thriving region fortunately supported by many generous people and organizations” said Jennifer MacCartney, 2025 NPD Chair. We look forward to celebrating these honorees’ and the overall central Ohio community’s generosity in November at our National Philanthropy Day event.
The following are the 2025 Honorees, who will receive their awards at this year’s event:
CK Construction Group
CK Construction Group’s corporate giving strategy is rooted in purpose-driven leadership, long-term investment, and hands-on engagement. Their approach has made a lasting impact not only through financial support but also through active partnership and employee involvement, resulting in transformational change for organizations, communities, and the region.
Back Row- Erika Gable (2025 AFP Central Ohio Chapter President), Jim Durham (Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser), Marianne Mottley (ProMusica Sustaining Board, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraising Group), Mitch Vincent- Senior Vice President & Caitlyn Them- Project Engineer (CK Construction, Outstanding Small Corporation), Jennifer McCarthy (2025 National Philanthropy Day Chair)
Front Row- Carrie Maun-Smith (AVP, Culture and Community Impact, Foundation President, Grange Enterprise Gives [Grange Insurance], Outstanding Large Corporation), Kathryn Flynn (The Columbus Foundation Outstanding Philanthropist), Dr. Ann E. Teske & Dr. Doug Teske (The Charitable Gift Planners of Central Ohio (CGPCO) Leave a Legacy Award), Deirdre Dewesse (Outstanding Professional Fundraiser)
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