National Philanthropy Day® (NPD) acknowledges the entire spectrum of services provided by the nonprofit community and recognizes the profound impact that philanthropy has on the fabric of society. And, each year the Association of Fundraising Professionals honors individuals and groups who, through their hard work and dedication,  have enhanced philanthropy, their communities and the world.

I was thrilled that my client, Je’net Kreiter, Executive Director and Founder of Grandma’s House of Hope was announced as AFP’s Founder of the Year.  Once homeless herself, she gained the skills and confidence through training and coaching from OneOC   and the Fieldstone Foundation Leadership Series necessary to turn her dream of helping others  into reality.\n

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Philanthropist: Catherine Klein Sorensen\nPhilanthropic Group: Building Block Foundation\nVolunteer Fundraiser: Ralph B. Linzmeier, Jr.\nFounder:  Je’net Kreitner, Grandma’s House of Hope\nSmall Business or Corporation: MOST Brand Development + Advertising\nMid-Size Business or Corporation: Rutan & Tucker, LLP\nLarge Business or Corporation:  Disneyland Resort, Anaheim Ducks, Angels Baseball (ACT Anaheim)\nYouth/Youth Group: Future in Humanity\nLegacy Award: General William and Willa Dean Lyon

In 2014, National Philanthropy Day in Orange County will be held on Thursday, November 20.

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