The Association of Fundraising Professionals Florida, First Coast Chapter is celebrating 40 years of impact in our community! In honor of this milestone anniversary, we are excited to host our annual National Philanthropy Day luncheon at a new venue on Friday, November 13th at the Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic.

Nominations are now open! We will be highlighting 8 deserving award winners in the following categories; Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Champion of Diversity, Outstanding Philanthropist, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraising, Outstanding Small Business or Civic Organization, Outstanding Corporation, and Next Generation Award.

Sponsorship opportunities are available, and tickets and tables will go on sale Monday, June 1st, with early bird pricing available through August 1^st, 2026.

We look forward to celebrating the generosity, leadership, and philanthropic spirit that strengthen our region.

Check out our 2026 Winners!

Check out this year's Honorees below and come back soon to see their videos! These amazing philanthropists, volunteers, foundations, companies and nonprofit organizations are the hearts and souls of our community!