2025 National Philanthropy Day

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National Philanthropy Day | Association of Fundraising Professionals
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Levity Live Oxnard 
591 Collection Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036


National Philanthropy Day is a special day to recognize and pay tribute to the individuals, organizations and businesses who generously give their time, talents and resources for the enrichment and benefit of our communities.  This year, the AFP Santa Barbara Ventura Counties will join chapters across the country to celebrate the giving spirit and exemplary leaders of our philanthropic community.  

First held locally in 1987, National Philanthropy Day recognizes the great contributions of philanthropy- and those people active in the philanthropic community who have enriched our world.  It also provides an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving and all that it has made possible.  

Know Before You Go - important Event Information

We’re so excited to celebrate National Philanthropy Day with you next Tuesday, November 4th at Oxnard Levity Live!

Here are a few details to help you plan your evening:

Location: Oxnard Levity Live 591 Collection Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036

Reception starts: 5:00 PM

Program begins: 6:00 PM

Wraps up around: 7:30 PM

Dress code: Business casual

We’ll have plenty of hors d’oeuvres, and each guest will receive one free drink ticket. It’s going to be a great evening celebrating the generosity and spirit of philanthropy that make our community so special.

Parking tip:

If you’re coming from Santa Barbara, make a left off the off-ramp, continue past Town Center Drive, and turn right onto Danvers River St. Once you pass the Target parking lot, you’ll find the parking entrance on your right-hand side. Try to park as close to Collection Park as possible.

When you arrive, stop by the check-in table near the entrance to pick up your drink ticket and name badge.

We’ll have a photographer capturing moments throughout the evening, so keep an eye out for those photos after the event! If something comes up and you can’t make it, just let us know.

Can’t wait to see you there!

Elena Nicklasson

AFP-SBV Chapter President

Gerry Pantoja, MA, CFRE

AFP-SBV National Philanthropy Day Chair

2025 Honorees

Congratulations to our 2025 Honorees!

Philanthropist of the Year: Santa Barbara
Sarah Berkus Gower

 

Philanthropist of the Year: Ventura County
Ojai Women's Fund

 

Volunteer of the Year: Santa Barbara
Dan Lillard

Volunteer of the Year: Ventura County

Madhu Bajaj

Professional Fundraiser of the Year:

Lauren Trujillo
SB Public Library Foundation

 

Youth in Philanthropy

Youth Arts Leadership Academy (YALA)
TOArts

Champion for Social Justice:

Nyeland Promise

2025-26 Sponsorship Opportunities


National Philanthropy Day (NPD) acknowledges the entire spectrum of services provided by the nonprofit community  the profound impact that philanthropy has on the fabric of society. Each year, AFP chapters around the nation  and groups who, through their hard work and dedication, have enhanced philanthropy, their communities, and the world.
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.

Sponsors of National Philanthropy Day gain visibility and increased brand awareness through logo and material presence at the event, and in media outreach and materials.

Chapter Sponsorships

Join us as an AFPSBV Chapter Sponsor and, enjoy high visibility all year long among a thousand non-profit leaders and fundraising professionals across both Santa Barbara and Ventura counties – this includes a valuable presence at the 2022 National Philanthropy Day Celebration and 2023 Symposium on Fundraising.

Chapter Sponsors at every level, from $5,000 to $500 will be prominently listed on the Chapter website and in the AFPSBV monthly eNewsletter.  We will always feature you leading up to events and thank you from the podium.  Perhaps you’d like to sponsor one of our seven awards at National Philanthropy Day or one of our nationally recognized speakers at the AFP Symposium!  Or maybe you wish to host a special drawing during Symposium or one of our luncheons?   Please see sponsorship benefits associated with each category by clicking here – we are happy to provide a customized sponsorship experience that works best for you, just ask!

To complete the sponsorship form, click here.

$5,000 – $10,000 PRESENTING CHAPTER SPONSOR 

Presenting Sponsor ($10,000) or Co-Presenting Sponsor ($5,000 each) includes “Presented by” recognition at National Philanthropy Day and AFPSBV Symposium on Fundraising.

1. Your brand or name as “Presenting or Co-Presenting Chapter Sponsor” in promotional materials is mailed or emailed to nearly 1,000 philanthropists, fundraising professionals, board members and volunteers throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.
2. Welcome or Promotional Video that you supply to be shown at National Philanthropy Day (NPD) and Symposium on Fundraising.
3. Opportunity to briefly address attendees at National Philanthropy Day and Symposium.
4. Your creative ideas welcome for branded promotional gifts for honorees, keynote speakers or guests.
5. Tabling opportunity at National Philanthropy Day and Symposium.
6. Ten (10) tickets to National Philanthropy Day and Symposium with access to respected, high profile non-profit leaders, philanthropists, volunteers, and professional fundraisers.
7. Your name/logo with link prominently displayed on our website, inclusion in digital and print communications, social media postings, press releases, and regional advertising.

$2,500 – PREMIER CHAPTER SPONSOR

At this level you can choose to sponsor one of seven awards at National Philanthropy Day or sponsor a nationally recognized keynote speaker at the Symposium on Fundraising.

You will also receive tabling and six (6) tickets to both signature events. We will thank you from the podium, your name/logo and link will be included in AFPSBV website, promotions and regional media leading up to, day-of and post-event for the entire year.

$1,500 – PARTNER SPONSOR

At this level you can choose to sponsor a special drawing at the Symposium on Fundraising or be recognized as the “host” at an educational luncheon.

Join us at the podium for a special drawing for an item you provide or make your brand known by serving as a “host” with an opportunity to address guests at an educational luncheon. Receive tabling and four (4) tickets to both signature events, plus your name/logo and link will be included in AFPSBV website, promotions and regional media leading up to, day-of and post-event.

$1,000 – COMMUNITY SPONSOR

Be our guest and demonstrate your support for philanthropy and the nonprofit community!

At this level you can choose to attend and provide a gift for a special drawing at one of our educational events. You will also receive two (2) tickets to both signature events and your name/logo and link will be included in AFPSBV website, promotions and regional media leading up to, day-of and post-event.

$500 – FRIEND SPONSOR

Thank you for your donation and being a Friend of philanthropy!

Your name/logo will be linked to AFPSBV website and included in promotions and regional media for a year.

NPD Tickets

Ticket Prices
AFP Members - $50
Non-Members - $75
Table of 8 - $400
VIP Booth for 4 - $300
Registration is now closed. Tickets available at the door.

If you have any questions, please contact the office at 714-771-3685 or via email at admin@afpsbv.org



2025-26 Chapter Sponsors

Thank you to our Chapter Sponsors

Presenting Chapter Sponsors

Premier Chapter Sponsors

Partner Chapter Sponsors

 

Community Chapter Sponsors

Friend Chapter Sponsors

Media Sponsor

In-Kind Sponsor