The Philanthropist of the Year Award recognizes and celebrates individuals, couples, families or foundations that serve as exemplars of generosity in our community through outstanding charitable support, leadership and service.

The Community Champion Award celebrates individuals or organizations that are deeply engaged in their communities and tackling the most pressing issues of our time.

The Friend of the Foundation Award recognizes individuals and organizations who have provided both professional and personal support to the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington and its mission.

The Catalyst Award for Philanthropic Innovation is reserved for southwest Washington’s most influential changemakers to recognize individuals who have achieved lasting community improvement through innovative philanthropic approaches. These visionaries combine extensive amounts of time, talent, treasure, ties and testimony to advance original approaches that have transformed southwest Washington organizations, places and communities.