2025 National Philanthropy Day

The AFP Tampa Bay Chapter has honored leadership in philanthropy in Tampa Bay through its annual awards program since 1989. These awards celebrate the outstanding contribution of time, leadership and financial support of a special group of community members and organizations who set new benchmarks of excellence in the acts of giving and volunteering.

Philanthropist of the Year: The Pagidipati Family

Nominated by Berkeley Preparatory School and St. Joseph's Hospitals Foundation

Presented to an individual or family with a proven record of exceptional generosity to a variety of philanthropic causes and who, through direct financial support, has demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable responsibility and encourages others to take philanthropic leadership roles in the community.

Philanthropic Corporation of the Year: Enterprise Mobility

Nominated by Humane Society of Tampa Bay

Presented to a corporation or corporate foundation that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through financial support and volunteerism, encourages and motivates others to take philanthropic leadership roles in the community.

Gayle Sierens Volunteer of the Year in Philanthropy: Dzuy Nguyen

Nominated by Big Sea

Presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in coordinating groups of volunteers for major fundraising projects. The recipient should demonstrate exceptional skills coordinating and motivating groups of volunteers for fundraising projects and other initiatives for the benefit of charitable institutions and commitment to the advancement of philanthropy.

Philanthropic Partner of the Year: USF Women in Leadership & Philanthropy

Nominated by University of South Florida Foundation, Inc.

Presented to a business with 100 employees or less OR a service organization that has demonstrated outstanding commitment through financial support and volunteerism encourages and motivates others to take philanthropic leadership roles in the community.

THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS!

Presenting Patron

10 STAR PARTNERS

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DISTINGUISHED TABLE PARTNERS

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TABLE PARTNERS

AdventHealth Foundation West Florida

David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts

Gulfside Healthcare Services

Humane Society of Tampa Bay

Ruth Eckerd Hall

St. Joseph's Hospitals Foundation

Suncoast Hospice Foundation

University of South Florida

USF Women in Leadership & Philanthropy

AWARD SPONSOR

Paul Dyer, Partners in Recognition, Inc.

Tampa Bay Area Philanthropists to be Honored at National Philanthropy Day Event

Visionary philanthropy at both the individual and corporate level will be honored at the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Tampa Bay Chapter’s 36^th Annual National Philanthropy Day Awards luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 13^th at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida.

“AFP Tampa Bay is honored to celebrate philanthropy in our community and to recognize those who make a difference in the lives of others through their generosity,” said Julie Perrelli, AFP Tampa Bay President. “By sharing their stories, we hope to further ignite the philanthropic spirit in our Tampa Bay community.”

More than just a celebration, National Philanthropy Day is an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving – and to acknowledge the vital role of philanthropy to improve lives and strengthen communities. AFP Tampa Bay, alongside presenting sponsor, the Community Foundation Tampa Bay, will shine a spotlight on Tampa Bay philanthropists, businesses, organizations and volunteers – all of whom have made a tremendous impact on our community in their own unique way.

“National Philanthropy Day is a reminder that philanthropy is more than a moment - it is a movement that shapes the future of our community,” said Sheila Kinman, Senior Vice President, Philanthropy for Community Foundation Tampa Bay. “We are honored to partner with AFP Tampa Bay to celebrate those who lead with generosity and leave a legacy of impact for generations to come.”

This year’s honorees include:

Philanthropist of the Year: The Pagidipati Family - Nominated by Berkeley Preparatory School and St. Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation

Philanthropic Corporation of the Year: Enterprise Mobility - Nominated by Humane Society of Tampa Bay

Philanthropic Partner of the Year: USF Women in Leadership & Philanthropy - Nominated by University of South Florida Foundation, Inc.

Gayle Sierens Volunteer of the Year in Philanthropy: Dzuy Nguyen - Nominated by Big Sea

“It is such a privilege to be able to give back to a community and a country that has given so much to me and my family,” said Sidd Pagidapati. “My father came to America with $8 in his pocket. Just one generation later, we are fortunate to be able to make a transformational gift to St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital. Our philanthropy is all part of our vision to make Tampa Bay the best place in the United States to raise a family.”

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