“Thank You.”
That phrase will be heard repeatedly at the 30th annual National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon to be held on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015, at Hotel Irvine.
Among those who will be thanked for their generous spirits and philanthropic endeavors: Sandy Segerstrom Daniels of Newport Coast, one of eight local philanthropists and community leaders set to be honored.
Orange County’s heart beats strong year after year. With an unstoppable drive to give back to a county that has fostered so many of its own blessings and successes, the region’s leading philanthropists and charities partner up to create an unmatched environment for doing good, and doing so often. – See more at: http://modernluxury.com/modern-luxury-orange-county/story/spirit-of-giving#sthash.NTRo4VQU.dpuf
Nov. 15 marks the 30th annual National Philanthropy Day. In every state in the country, and in Canada and Mexico, philanthropists – big and small, cash donors and volunteers, individuals and companies – will be recognized during November.
And to think, it all got started in Orange County. Thanks to Doug Freeman.
Freeman, 70, is a tax lawyer, founding partner of Freeman, Freeman and Smiley, and now director of trust services and consulting at First Foundation Bank in Irvine. His lifelong work has revolved around advising high-net-worth individuals and families, public and private foundations and nonprofit institutions – with an emphasis on philanthropy.
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A breeze rustles pink and white balloons tied with curly ribbons to a sign at a nondescript business park in Orange.
Down the walkway and just outside the doors of Mariposa Women & Family Center, cookies and pink punch await shoppers visiting Anika’s Pink Closet Boutique Experience for Girls.
Inside, a room that a few hours earlier hosted an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting has been transformed into a shopping mecca designed for young girls on a budget.
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The second annual Night at the Ranch fundraiser benefiting the Boys & Girls Club drew more than 250 guests and co-chairs Steve Blue and Leif Hanson reported that over $150,000 was raised last month.
Honoree Hans LaRoche, a 12-year club employee, inspired those in attendance with his passion for his role as the club athletic director.
“Steve and Leif scored another home-run and we couldn’t be more grateful. The money that was raised will touch so many of our kid’s lives through programs we might not otherwise have been able to offer,” said Executive Director Pam Estes.
It took Doug Freeman 40 trips to Washington, D.C. in five years and 4,000 letters to get the job done, and in 1986, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed November 15th as National Philanthropy Day. This November, according to the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), 130 communities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada will honor those who represent the spirit of giving in their regions.
At the National Philanthropy Day luncheon, it’s not uncommon to leave with a tear in your eye.
That’s what Mitch Spann, senior co-chair, said of the event recognizing Orange County residents for their outstanding philanthropic services.
“It really is the single largest showcase for the importance of nonprofits in Orange County and beyond,” Spann said. “The event vacillates from total excitement and energy to deep and meaningful stories that are sometimes difficult to get through without having a little bit of a tear in your eye.”
Victoria Collins, 2014 National Philanthropy Day Honorary Chairwoman and 2013 Outstanding Philanthropist, recently announced that a Nov. 20 reception at Hotel Irvine Jamboree Center will honor Orange County’s outstanding philanthropists.
Honorees, the NPD committee and major sponsors met Oct. 29 to sign a cover of “Gift of Giving,” – an annual special publication for the Register in conjunction with National Philanthropy Day.
