Named in honor of a former CFAAC board member, Carroll H. Hynson, Jr., this award is presented to an individual, group, or organization who has demonstrated a significant commitment to DEI in their philanthropic work in Anne Arundel County.

This individual or group made outstanding contributions to philanthropy by forging genuine partnerships with diverse communities; making a conscious effort to operationalize and reflect DEI in philanthropy; or implementing other DEI initiatives involving the financial or volunteer support of one or more nonprofits in Anne Arundel County.

Wondering who to nominate?
Do you know someone who is always practicing diversity, inclusion, and equity in their philanthropy? Nominate them for the Carroll H. Hynson, Jr. Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy.

Nominations Open May 15th for the 2024 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon which will honor eight generous community leaders that represent the depth and breadth of philanthropy in Anne Arundel County in the following categories: Philanthropist of the Year Award; Corporate Philanthropist of the Year Award; Volunteer of the Year Award; Young Volunteer of the Year Award; Boots on the Ground Award; Carroll H. Hynson, Jr. Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy; Carol Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award and The Legacy Award for Planned Giving.

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Previous Carroll H. Hynson Jr. Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy Awardees:

2020 Yevola Peters
2021 Martha Blaxall
2022 Calandra Dixon Layne
2023 Maurice B. Tosé

Eligibility Criteria

All nominees must:

- Be a resident of Anne Arundel County

- Have a demonstrated track record of charitable giving to one or more nonprofit organizations based in and working in Anne Arundel County

- Have made a positive impact in the lives of county residents through their giving

- Encourage/motivate others to become philanthropic