Our annual celebration of philanthropy has been reimagined for a virtual world. Join us as we recognize how collective efforts have transformed our region throughout our history and during the pandemic. Each has helped to forge a better southwest Washington, and the work continues today.
Sponsorships are available for purchase on the ticketing page. For more details about these opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Presented online
Eric Liu
Author, educator, thought leader
and CEO of Citizen University.
This award recognizes and celebrates individuals, foundations and corporations who demonstrate outstanding charitable leadership and serve as exemplars of generosity in our community.
2021 – Gary and Christine Rood
2019 – Jim and Judith Youde
2018 – Al and Sandee Kirkwood
2017 – Greg and Michele Goodwin
2016 – Bob and Pauline Kirchner
2015 – Bob and Sharon Lewis
2013 – Jim and Kay McClaskey
2012 – Steve and Jo Marie Hansen
2011 – Lee and Connie Kearney
2010 – Joe & Teresa Pauletto
2009 – Steve and Jan Oliva
2008 – Wes and Nancy Lematta
2007 – David and Patricia Nierenberg
2006 – Ed Firstenburg
2005 – Ed and Dollie Lynch
2004 – Leslie Durst
2004 – Ray Hickey Foundation
2004 – Margaret Pulliam
This award is presented to individuals who provide both professional and personal support to the Community Foundation’s mission of promoting philanthropy in southwest Washington.
2019 – James Martin
2018 – Brett Bryant
2017 – Michael Burgoyne, CFP®
2015 – Pabst Holland & Reynolds, PLLC
2013 – Richard Melching
2012 – Scott and Jody Campbell
2011 – Max B. Kamp
2010 – Vernon F. Peterson, CPA
2009 – Brot Bishop, Jr.
2008 – Michael Minnick
2007 – T. Randall Grove
2006 – Jeanne Kojis
2005 – William C. Dudley
2004 – Rhona Sen Hoss
2003 – David Kenny
2002 – Ron Legg
2001 – Karen Sahlstrom
2000 – Jeanne Mack
2000 – Freeman Keller
2000 – Larry Smith
The Lifetime of Giving Award recognizes individuals who make significant personal sacrifices during their lifetime to give more generously to others. Click here to learn more about the selection and nomination criteria.
2021 – Anna Cruz
2021 – Merril Firestone
2019 – Don and Margaret Fuesler
2019 – The Ryan Family
2015 – David and Diane Difford
2012 – Harris Dusenbery
2012 – Margaret Colf Hepola
The Catalyst Award for Philanthropic Innovation recognizes the most highly qualified individuals and organizations for achieving remarkable community improvement through innovative philanthropic approaches.
2016 – Ed Lynch
2011 – Mary Granger
