The Association of Fundraising Professionals GKC Chapter’s National Philanthropy Day Celebration
November 12th was the date for The Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Kansas City Chapter’s National Philanthropy Day Celebration virtual program. Honorees were congratulated for work done in their respective fields of non-profit fundraising. Included in the event were the following awards: Spirit of Philanthropy – Individual given to Marylou Turner and nominated by the UMKC Foundation; Spirit of Philanthropy – Business given to The Planned Approach and nominated by Operation Breakthrough; Spirit of Philanthropy – Youth given to Jack McGovern and nominated by Cornerstones of Care; Legacy Giving Partnership given to Pamela Miller and Michael Cummings and nominated by Children’s Mercy and The KU Endowment Association; and Excellence in Fundraising given to Robin Rowland and nominated by Wayside Waifs.
 |
| Tara and Keith McGovern with their children, Owen, Molly, Luke, and Jack, honoree |
 |
| Robin Rowland, honoree |
 |
| Marylou Turner, honoree |
 |
| Pamela Miller and Michael Cummings, honorees |
Also featured in the January 23, 2020 issue of The Independent
Features
War Horses for Veterans, founded by Andy and Patricia Brown, held its third annual fundraiser, The Derby Party, on May 4th. More than 400 guests watched the Kentucky Derby race…
Lidia’s was the lovely location for the Symphony League of Kansas City’s annual Spring Luncheon on May 8th. Mandy Burditt and Trish Mayer were the co-chairmen. Nearly 60 members and…
Symphony League members gathered at Amy Volini’s beautiful home recently to kick off preparations for the 2024 Symphony Ball, “NOVA.”Amy and Julie Sykes hosted the fun event, where Ball Chairman…
In the spirit of gratitude, Saint Luke’s Foundation hosted its Spirit of Philanthropy Awards celebration on April 18th at the 1900 Building. Being honored this year are: Philanthropists of the…
