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Charity Event Awards
Celebrating Excellence in Southwest Florida's Nonprofit Community
Charity Event Awards is Charitable Community Foundation's signature recognition program celebrating the nonprofit leaders, organizations, board members, businesses, and community partners whose leadership strengthens Southwest Florida.
Why It Matters
9
Signature Programs
50
Influential Leaders Honored
4.15
Billion Annual Charitable Impact
Our Belief
Recognizing excellence elevates the whole sector
The awards reflect our belief that strong leadership creates stronger nonprofits and stronger communities. By recognizing excellence, we elevate the individuals and organizations setting the standard for impact, innovation, collaboration, and service.
Our recognition programs are more than awards. They establish a benchmark for excellence and highlight the leaders helping shape the future of Southwest Florida's nonprofit sector.
More Programs
Education, publication, and insight
01
Scholarships
Invests in the next generation of nonprofit professionals by supporting education, leadership development, and career advancement.
02
Leadership Institute
Provides executive-level education, leadership development, and practical learning opportunities for nonprofit leaders.
03
Impact & Influence Report
An annual publication highlighting leadership trends, philanthropy, governance, innovation, and the evolving nonprofit landscape in Southwest Florida.
04
Leadership Insights Center
A resource hub featuring expert articles, interviews, research, and practical guidance for nonprofit leaders.
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Charity Event Awards
Celebrates the outstanding individuals, organizations, and initiatives that exemplify excellence, innovation, and service in Southwest Florida's nonprofit community.
Celebrate the Leaders Who Strengthen Southwest Florida
Nominate an individual, organization, board member, business, or community partner.