National Philanthropy Day (NPD) is a special day set aside on the fifteenth of November. The purpose of this day is to recognize the great contributions of philanthropy—and those people active in the philanthropic community—to the enrichment of our world. NPD provides an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving and all that it has made possible.
NPD is organized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Island Chapter.
For over 50 years, the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has been the standard-bearer for professionalism in fundraising. AFP empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education, networking, research and advocacy. There are over 240 AFP chapters around the world!
AFP Vancouver Island's purpose is to foster a culture of philanthropy across Vancouver Island through professional development, networking, community events, advocacy and National Philanthropy Day.
Air Date
Award
Sept 14
Outstanding Youth Group in Philanthropy
Sept 21
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy
Sept 28
Outstanding Community Group
Oct 5
Corporate Responsibility Award
Oct 12
Outstanding Fundraising Professional
Oct 19
Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer
Oct 26
Generosity of Spirit Award
Nov 2
Giving Hearts Honour Roll
Nov 9
Youth Session
Nov15
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The chair of the United States House intelligence committee says Canada needs to accelerate its defence spending targets, especially with its military in 'desperate' need of investment.
A disease often thought to only affect 18th century sailors is reemerging in Canada.
With two days left before Nova Scotians elect their next government, polls suggest Progressive Conservative Leader Tim Houston's decision to call an early vote will pay off and the real battle will be between the Liberals and NDP for second place.
After being elected the 47th president on Nov. 5, Donald Trump is stocking his second administration with key players in the Project 2025 movement he temporarily shunned.
Four men were convicted on Sunday in connection with the homophobic murder of a 24-year-old nursing assistant that sparked nationwide protests.
During a recent narcotics investigation, Dutch police said they found a garden gnome made of approximately two kilograms of MDMA.
The Lotto Max jackpot has climbed to $80 million for just the second time in Canadian lottery history.
Anti-NATO protesters gathered again in Montreal on Saturday to demand Canada withdraw from the alliance, a day after a demonstration organized by different groups resulted in arrests, burned cars and shattered windows.
Cher recalls a curious interlude from her rich and many-chaptered history in her new book 'Cher: The Memoir, Part One.'
Donations are ramping up for a BCSPCA cat with a mangled paw after being caught in a hunting snare, one of a rising number of pets to fall prey to the hunting device.
A murder in China and a civil lawsuit in B.C. have been preventing the sale of multiple Vancouver homes, but one of them could soon hit the market after a court ruling.
Hundreds of Vancouver residents gathered at city hall Saturday afternoon to urge councillors to "pause and rethink" the Broadway Plan.
Connor McDavid had two goals and an assist for the Edmonton Oilers in a 6-2 win over the visiting New York Rangers on Saturday.
Police are looking for a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian was hit on Thursday night.
The U.S. Air Force says a number of small drones were detected last week around three bases in eastern England that are used by American forces.
A snowfall warning for Calgary remained in effect early Saturday morning and looks poised to be hanging around all weekend.
Rasmus Andersson scored the shootout winner and the Calgary Flames held off the Minnesota Wild 4-3 after blowing a two-goal lead late in the third period Saturday.
The U.S. Air Force says a number of small drones were detected last week around three bases in eastern England that are used by American forces.
Doctors and emergency rooms across Canada have said they are seeing an unusual rise in walking pneumonia cases, particularly in children, but what about here in Ontario?
Joshua Orson sits on the edge of a bed in a bright, clean room, thinking about his journey from addict to health-care worker.
The 120th Santa Claus Parade is back in Toronto on Sunday and will bring along some road closures.
Two pedestrians in their 60s died on Saturday after being struck by a vehicle in Saint-Théodore-d'Acton, in Montérégie.
The Empress Theatre, a nearly century-old landmark in Montreal's Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) neighbourhood, may soon be revitalized.
Thousands gathered on René-Lévesque to welcome Santa Claus at this year’s festive parade. Choir groups, marching bands, dancers and more brought the holiday joy this year.
Saint John Police Force in Saint John, N.B., arrested a 30-year-old man for weapons related offenses on Saturday.
A crowd of over 20 people stood in the pouring rain Saturday in front of the RCMP detachment in Hampton, N.B., to bring awareness to a missing person’s case.
With two days left before Nova Scotians elect their next government, polls suggest Progressive Conservative Leader Tim Houston's decision to call an early vote will pay off and the real battle will be between the Liberals and NDP for second place.
Members of Winnipeg’s Ukrainian community came together outside City Hall to remember the lives lost in the past, as well as those giving their lives in the current day.
An 81-year-old man who went missing Friday has been found dead, Spruce Plains RCMP said.
Some areas could expect snowfall totals of 15 to 25 centimetres.
Some local businesses say the federal government’s recent plan to pull back GST on several items is a positive initiative, but it should have been rolled out earlier in the holiday season.
This holiday season, Make-A-Wish kids and their families are experiencing the magic of Christmas a little early at Saskatoon’s historic Hotel Bessborough.
Researchers from McGill University have discovered a first of its kind fossil specimen for Saskatchewan.
Researchers from McGill University have discovered a first of its kind fossil specimen for Saskatchewan.
Sixteen local authors and book publishers gathered Saturday for the first ever Regina Bookwyrm’s Book Fair, organized by a Navy wife.
Many parts of Saskatchewan will be hit with another round of wintery weather on Saturday, and Regina is no exception, with up to 25 centimetres of snow expected to accumulate by Sunday.
Easton Cowan of the London Knights needs just one point Sunday evening to tie a historic mark in the Ontario Hockey League.
The CPKC Holiday Train is moving through Southwestern Ontario Sunday night.
Taykwa Tagamou Nation, a Cree First Nation located within Treaty 9, has filed a statement of claim against the Province of Ontario and Newmont, a mining company that owns properties in Timmins.
An 81-year-old was killed in a dog attack this week in Bonfield, Ont. Police believe three dogs were involved.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has announced an expanded recall on carrots over risks of E. coli O121 contamination, according to a notice issued Friday.
On National Housing Day, housing advocacy group ACORN continued to push for anti-renoviction bylaws.
An auto repair shop based in Kitchener held a special fundraiser Saturday to help children and youth with physical disabilities, with former Maple Leafs captain Wendel Clark in attendance.
The Laval Rouge et Or won the coveted Vanier Cup against the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks, going 22-17.
