Indiana Philanthropy Awards Overview
The Association of Fundraising Professionals – Indiana Chapter (AFP-IC) fosters the growth of development of philanthropy, the fundraising profession, the chapter, and its individual members.
AFP-IC annually hosts the Indiana Philanthropy Awards to honor and recognize individuals, groups, organizations, and corporations in Indiana who have enhanced philanthropy and the community through their dedicated efforts, time, leadership, passion, and generosity. These awards are given in recognition to those whose life-time or long-term achievements have made a significant impact on our state or a local community through one or more charitable organizations.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
11:15 a.m. Reception
12:00 p.m. Luncheon & Awards Presentation
Indiana Roof Ballroom
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Help recognize the people and organizations that are making a difference in Indiana!
For over 40 years, AFP Indiana Chapter has celebrated the spirit of giving by recognizing philanthropists and the impact of philanthropy at the Indiana Philanthropy Awards.
AFP-IC is excited to recognize the 2025 Indiana Philanthropy Award recipients!
Lifetime Achievement - Thomas and Arlene Grande
nominated by Eskenazi Health Foundation
Outstanding Corporation - The PNC Financial Services Group
nominated by PNC Bank
Outstanding Small Business - Indianapolis Chapter of Institute of Real Estate (IREM)
nominated by Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Indiana
Outstanding Fundraising Professional - Roberta Knickerbocker Jaggers
nominated by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
Rock Alberts
nominated by Brightlane Learning
Julie Qualkinbush
nominated by Eskenazi Health Foundation
Outstanding Philanthropist
Frank Levinson
nominated by Hamilton County Community Foundation
Katie and Morgan Lucas
nominated by Ascension St. Vincent Foundation
Outstanding Foundation - Tom and Julie Wood Family Foundation
nominated by Riley Children's Foundation
Outstanding Emerging Philanthropist - Sophie Miller
nominated by Riley Children's Foundation
Outstanding Philanthropy Group - Habitat Women's Build
nominated by Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Sponsorships are available for Presenting Sponsor, Award Sponsors, Full-table and Half-table sponsors.
Contact: Joseph Gunn, jgunn@peacelearningcenter.org
Available Sponsorships
Individual registration: $75 ($65 for AFP-IC for members when using the discount code)
Half Table (4 seats): $750
Full Table (8 seats): $1500
Registration deadline: October 31, 2025
Click here to see the list of past recipients.