Each year, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Tri-State Chapter (AFPGTS) honors philanthropists and volunteers whose gifts of time, expertise, and resources make a significant contribution to the success of our community. This celebration provides a unique occasion to express publicly our appreciation to those who provide and facilitate philanthropic support in our community. This year's event will also include an optional complimentary morning workshop and an optional complimentary donor panel discussion following the luncheon.
Event Schedule
Complimentary Workshop* 10:30 - 11:30am
“Charitable Impact and Tax Savings with Gifts of Assets”
Presenter: Greg Ring, The Giving Crowd
This session will help you understand and implement pretax gifts using assets rather than writing a check. It will uncover opportunities for milestone gifts for those who did not even know they had the capacity.
Luncheon and Awards 11:45am-1:30pm (Registration/Check-in 11:15 - 11:45am)
Celebrating the following 2021 Award Recipients
OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIC INDIVIDUAL - EJ Droessler
OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATION - East Dubuque Nitrogen Fertilizers (EDNF) Fighting Cancer
OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISER - Paul Kronlage
OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER - Courtney Leonard
And Honoring Our 2020 Recipients
OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATION - Klauer Family Charitable Foundation
OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATION - Project Rooted
OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISER - Tom & Amanda Rauen
OUTSTANDING YOUTH IN PHILANTHROPY - Addison Ryan
OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER - Tiffany Stietz
Complimentary Donor Panel* 1:30-2:30pm
“The Joy of Giving”
Panelists: Susan Farber, Tom Rauen, Mark Wahlert, and Dr. Liang Chee Wee
Hear from local philanthropists on what drives them to give back to our community and the impact giving has on nonprofits.
*Attendance at the workshop and donor panel is optional with luncheon reservation.
