Awards and Nomination Page


Nominations for National Philanthropy Day 2026 will be open until August 31, 2026. 


Philanthropist of the Year Award

The Philanthropist of the Year Award pays tribute to an individual or family with a proven record of exceptional generosity in Northeast Ohio. Who, through direct financial support at any level, demonstrates outstanding civic and charitable responsibility and whose generosity encourages others to take philanthropic leadership roles in their community.

Corporate Leadership Award

The Corporate Leadership Award honors a corporation or its corporate foundation, of any size or mission, that demonstrates outstanding commitment in Northeast Ohio through financial support, motivating others, executive and employee involvement.

Outstanding Foundation Award

The Outstanding Foundation Award is presented to a foundation (family, community, or private) of any size that demonstrates outstanding commitment through financial support, innovation and community involvement.

Volunteer of the Year Award

The Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to an individual or group with a record of exceptional generosity who has demonstrated outstanding support to a specific organization(s) or cause(s); encourages others to support an organization(s) or cause(s); and is a role model for other community volunteers.

NextGen in Philanthropy Award

The NextGen in Philanthropy Award (previously Youth in Philanthropy - same award, new name) recognizes service by an individual or group of emerging leaders who demonstrate outstanding commitment to the community through direct financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering and leadership in philanthropy.