The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards. A committee of past Celebration of Philanthropy Award winners, CFAAC staff and board members selected the following award recipients:

• Philanthropists of the Year Award: Mike and Trish Davis, nominated by the Maryland League of Conservation Voters Education Fund

• Corporate Philanthropist of the Year: M & T Bank, nominated by the Anne Arundel County Food Bank and the YWCA of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County

• Volunteer of the Year: R. Scott Gregory, nominated by Books for International Goodwill

• Young Volunteers of the Year: Indu Bodala, nominated by the Anne Arundel County Public Schools and Andrew Nolan, nominated by the Marshall Hope Corporation

• Carroll H. Hynson, Jr. Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy: Maurice B. Tosé, nominated by the Caucus of African American Leaders

• Boots on the Ground Award: Peter Summers, nominated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Inc.

• Carol Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award: Michael J. Ragland Sr., nominated by Langton Green

• Legacy Award for Planned Giving: The Estate of Dr. Michael J. Kurtz, nominated by the Wellness House of Annapolis

• Celebration of Philanthropy Award: Larry Clark, awarded by the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County 

More information on each honoree coming soon. Honorees will be recognized at the Celebration of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon on November 17, 2023. The event, which will celebrate the commitment, passion, and leadership of Anne Arundel County’s most dedicated community members, will be held at the LIVE! Casino Hotel® Maryland in Hanover, MD. This event is expected to sell out, so please buy tickets and sponsorship early. 

As CFAAC celebrates 25 years of inspiring philanthropy in Anne Arundel County. To help us commemorate this milestone, we are asking you to consider supporting this year’s event with a sponsorship. Benefits include year-long visibility through CFAAC's marketing and public relations efforts, prominent website visibility, inclusion in CFAAC's monthly newsletters, recognition through social media, invitations to special events, and more.

Buy Tickets/Become a Sponsor

“When Carol Thompson founded the Community Foundation 25 years ago, she sought to make a difference and create positive change throughout the county, and with this annual award celebration, we are acknowledging the honorees for upholding that vision through philanthropy,” said CFAAC President and CEO Mary Spencer. “Nominating someone for a Celebration of Philanthropy award is a unique opportunity for others to recognize Anne Arundel County individuals, families, or organizations who go above and beyond to make our community a better place for all.”

2023 Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsors of the Celebration of Philanthropy will have the opportunity to promote their business to our community’s most invested and charitable residents. Sponsors will be mentioned in all Celebration of Philanthropy Awards publicity, both prior to and during the event, including being listed in all printed materials, press materials, and in the event program. Partner with CFAAC today!

Sponsorship benefits include year-long visibility through CFAAC's marketing and public relations efforts, prominent website visibility, inclusion in CFAAC's monthly e-newsletters, recognition through social media, invitations to special events, and more.

Click HERE to download a PDF copy of the 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Sponsorship Matrix or scroll down to learn more.

BECOME A SPONSOR

PRESENTING SPONSOR $25,000

Celebration of Philanthropy Benefits:
Featured as presenting sponsor for CFAAC's 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards; a brief speaking role during the program; logo on event invitation; (20) tickets to the Celebration of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon; invitation for (6) to Annual Donor Appreciation Event; logo on CFAAC website; branded mixed-media promotions including website, social media, and print materials; a full-page ad in the event program; and a full slide with logo in event presentation.

Annual Benefits:

• Recognition as a Community Leadership Partner.
• Inclusion in all promotional materials for CFAAC, including prominent logo placement on CFAAC's website and inclusion in CFAAC's 2023 Annual Report.
• Branded banner on monthly CFAAC e-newsletters sent to more than 8,500 contacts.
• Recognition and logo on promotional materials for all CFAAC events including CFAAC's Annual Donor Appreciation Event, Strengthening Nonprofits and Community Impact Speaker Series Events, and CFAAC's Annual Leadership Luncheon.
• Recognition on CFAAC's Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages with over 2,700 local followers.

PLATINUM SPONSOR $10,000

Celebration of Philanthropy Benefits:
Featured as a sponsor for CFAAC's 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards; (15) tickets to the awards luncheon; invitation for (4) to Annual Donor Appreciation Event; prominent logo on all mixed-media promotions including website, social media, and print materials; full-page ad in the event program; and a full slide with logo in event presentation.

Annual Benefits:

• Recognition as an annual Community Leadership Partner.
• Inclusion in all promotional materials for CFAAC including prominent logo placement on the website and inclusion in CFAAC's 2023 Annual Report.
• Recognition in CFAAC e-newsletter sent to over 8,500 contacts.
• Recognition on promotional materials for all CFAAC events including CFAAC's Annual Donor Appreciation Event, Strengthening Nonprofits and Community Impact Speaker Series Events, and CFAAC's Annual Leadership Luncheon.
• Social Media Recognition on CFAAC's Facebook Page with over 2,700 local followers.

GOLD SPONSOR $5,000

Celebration of Philanthropy Benefits:
Featured as a sponsor for CFAAC's 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards; (10) tickets to the awards luncheon; invitation for (4) to Annual Donor Appreciation Event; logo on all mixed-media promotions including website, social media, and print materials; and half-page ad in the event program.

Annual Benefits:

• Recognition as an annual Community Leadership Partner.
• Logo on the CFAAC website and in CFAAC's 2023 Annual Report.
• Recognition in e-newsletter sent to over 8,500 contacts.
• Recognition on promotional materials for CFAAC's Annual Donor Appreciation Event.
• Social Media Recognition on CFAAC's Facebook Page with over 2,700 local followers.

SILVER SPONSOR $2,500

Celebration of Philanthropy Benefits:
Featured as a sponsor for CFAAC's 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards; (5) tickets to the awards luncheon; invitation for (2) to Annual Donor Appreciation Event; logo on all mixed-media promotions including website, social media, and print materials, event program, and event presentation.

Annual Benefits:

• Recognition as an annual Community Leadership Partner.
• Logo on the CFAAC website and in CFAAC's 2023 Annual Report.
• Recognition on promotional materials for CFAAC's Annual Donor Appreciation Event.

Become a Silver Sponsor

BRONZE SPONSOR $1,000

Celebration of Philanthropy Benefits:
Featured as a sponsor for CFAAC's 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards; (2) tickets to the awards luncheon; invitation for (2) to Annual Donor Appreciation Event; name recognition on all mixed-media promotions including website, social media, print materials, event program, and event presentation.

Annual Benefits:

• Recognition as an annual Community Leadership Partner.
• Recognition on promotional materials for CFAAC's Annual Donor Appreciation Event.

FRIEND OF PHILANTHROPY $500 

Celebration of Philanthropy Benefits:
Featured as a sponsor for CFAAC's 2023 Celebration of Philanthropy Awards; (2) tickets to the awards luncheon; name recognition on all mixed-media promotions including website, social media, print materials, event program, and event presentation.

ANNUAL NONPROFIT PARTNER

Attention Anne Arundel County nonprofits! Sign up today to become an Annual Nonprofit Partner and be recognized year-round, including at our annual Awards luncheon on November 17 at Maryland LIVE! Casino Hotel.

If you make a gift of any size, your nonprofit will be listed in printed event material, at the event, and on social media. Deadline for nonprofit sponsorship is October 1st.

Please note: Annual Nonprofit Partner sponsorships do not include tickets to the Celebration of Philanthropy luncheon. Event tickets must be purchased separately. If you are interested in sponsorships that include tickets, please consider one of our other sponsorship levels. For more information, contact Damika Baker-Wilson at damika@cfaac.org.