35th ANNUAL CORNERSTONE AWARDS

in honor of National Philanthropy Day

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Sierra Chapter proudly celebrates the spirit of giving and community impact through our Annual National Philanthropy Day Cornerstone Awards Luncheon. Each year, we gather to honor the remarkable individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to our community. This prestigious event, held in conjunction with National Philanthropy Day, serves as a cornerstone of our chapter's efforts to recognize and celebrate generosity and philanthropy in Northern Nevada.

SAVE THE DATE

Friday, November 13, 2025

11:00 am - 1:30 pm

at The Atlantis Casino Resort & Spa

11:00 - 11:30 AM | Registration & Networking

11:30 AM | Program Begins

1:00 PM | Program Ends

1:00 -1:30 PM | Celebration & Networking

Join us as we shine a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of local corporations, volunteers, philanthropists, and fundraising professionals. We invite you to be part of this special occasion, where we come together to celebrate the power of giving and its transformative impact on our community

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

TITLE/CAPSTONE SPONSOR - $1,250

2 Reserved Tables (8 seats each)

Logo in event promotional emails and on website

Opportunity to distribute gift or advertising item to guests

Recognition by emcee and on video screens at event

Recognition in the digital program

(Full Page Ad, 5" x 7.75")

KEYSTONE SPONSOR - $850

1 Reserved Table (8 seats)

Logo in event promotional emails and on website

Recognition by emcee and on video screens at event

Recognition in the digital program

(1/2 Page Ad, 5"x 3.795")



TABLE SPONSOR - $500

1 Reserved Table (8 seats )

Recognition in the digital program

(1/4 Page Ad, 2.4167" x 3.7951")

SPIRIT SPONSOR - $100

2 Reserved Tickets

Recognition in the digital program (Name Listed)



INDIVIDUAL TICKETS - $55

Congratulations to our

2026 AFP Cornerstone Award Recipients

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Outstanding Local Corporation

Starsound Audio, Inc.

Nominated by Reno Phil

Outstanding National Corporation

 Metcalf Builders

Nominated by Food Bank of Northern Nevada

Outstanding Foundation

NV Energy Foundation

Nominated by Veterans Guest House

Outstanding Philanthropist

Stephanie Kruse

Nominated by Community Health Alliance & REMSA Health

Outstanding Fundraising Professional

Alex Schopp

Nominated by Nevada Diabetes Association & Kevin Kolman

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser

Meredith Tanzer

Nominated by Artown & TMCC

Outstanding Youth Philanthropist

Anshuman Arun

Nominated by High School Giving Circle at Community Foundation of Northern Nevada

Outstanding Gift Planning Professional

Karen Senger

Nominated by Abbey Stephenson & Simon Williams