This year, the CFAAC Board of Trustees will also honor retiring CFAAC President & CEO Mary Spencer with the Celebration of Philanthropy Award for her philanthropic work in and dedication to Anne Arundel County. This prestigious award has only been awarded four times in the history of this 25-year event to individuals whose extraordinary lifetime commitment to philanthropy has had a direct and lasting effect on our community. During Spencer’s decades of service in the nonprofit sector, she led fundraising efforts for numerous nonprofits, securing nearly $90 million for local causes.

"Mary’s contributions over the years have made an indelible mark on our community. Her stewardship of the Community Foundation has dramatically increased its funds intended for grantmaking over the past seven years,” said CFAAC Board Chair Larry Clark.

The Celebration of Philanthropy Award is bestowed on an individual whose lifetime commitment to philanthropy has had a direct and lasting effect on our community. This is the fifth time it has been presented.