Philanthropy Summit
Schedule
Wed Nov 12 2025 at 08:30 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Ab-Tech | Asheville, NC
Advertisement
Join us for the premier gathering of Western North Carolina’s philanthropic community—the AFPWNC Philanthropy Summit. This year’s Summit is more than an event—it’s a celebration of resilience, generosity, and the people who power positive change.AFPWNC National Philanthropy Day Breakfast & Awards Ceremony
The day begins with an elegant breakfast and National Philanthropy Day Awards Ceremony honoring the visionaries, changemakers, and champions of giving in our region. We’ll celebrate those who give, those who raise funds, and those who put resources to work for the greater good—including the presentation of the prestigious Summit Award to a lifelong leader in fundraising and community impact.
This celebration is the perfect opportunity to bring your sponsors, donors, board members, volunteers, and special guests. It’s a meaningful way to honor their contributions, highlight the impact they make, and share in a community-wide celebration of philanthropy. Treat your team and supporters to a day of recognition, inspiration, and connection.
AFPWNC Philanthropy Institute Conference
Following the Awards Ceremony, the program transforms into a conference-style Philanthropy Institute, complete with a networking lunch, skill-building workshops, and inspiring sessions for fundraisers and community leaders. Attendees will hear a fundraising-focused keynote, dive into practical breakout sessions, and end the day with a dynamic panel of local foundations and funders offering their perspectives on giving in WNC.
Attendees will enjoy:
Networking lunch with peers, donors, and community leaders
Free professional headshots to update your profile with confidence
Raffle giveaways featuring delightful local goodies
High-impact workshops covering:
Capital campaigns & major gifts
Planned giving & generational wealth transfer
Volunteer management & HR skills
Donor discovery & small-shop strategies
Mental health, organizational culture, and more
Together, we’ll share great food, meaningful connections, and bold ideas to fuel our community’s recovery and growth one year after Hurricane Helene.
National Philanthropy Day Award Nominations
Do you know a person, business, or organization making a powerful difference in our community through philanthropy? AFPWNC is now accepting nominations for our National Philanthropy Day Awards. Each year, these awards shine a spotlight on the individuals and groups whose generosity, leadership, and dedication inspire us all.
Help us recognize the changemakers shaping a more vibrant and compassionate WNC – submit your nomination today! Nominations are due by October 10.
Outstanding Philanthropist (those who give)
Outstanding Fundraiser (those who raise)
Outstanding Nonprofit (those who put the money to work)
Advertisement
Where is it happening?
Ab-Tech, 340 Victoria Rd, Asheville, NC 28801-4816, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
