2024 CFAAC Annual Report - Flipbook - Page 24
Our 24th Annual Celebration of Philanthropy
Awards Luncheon, held on October 30 at Live!
Casino & Hotel Maryland, was yet another sold-out
event, bringing together a group of passionate and
caring people to celebrate the good in the world.
Every year the Celebration of Philanthropy
shines a spotlight on extraordinary individuals
and organizations who positively impact
our community through their generosity
and dedication. Over the past 24 years we've
recognized 130 honorees who support education,
PHILANTHROPISTS
OF THE YEAR
The Harris Family
Foundation
(Pictured Rosalind Hill-Kane)
CORPORATE
PHILANTHROPISTS
OF THE YEAR
Liff, Walsh &
Simmons/Eagle Title
gather and distribute resources, mentor others,
assist the homeless, and make a meaningful
difference in Anne Arundel County.
The honorees' commitment to philanthropy and
our community is a testament to the difference
one person or one organization can make. Read
the inspiring stories of 2024’s honorees and
find out details for the 2025 Celebration of
Philanthropy Awards Luncheon at cfaac.org/
celebration-philanthropy. Join us on October 29,
2025 for a celebration filled with inspiration.
VOLUNTEER
OF THE YEAR
Taylor Pyles
YOUNG
VOLUNTEER OF
THE YEAR
Tara Chase
Remembering Vincent
BOOTS ON THE
GROUND AWARD
Carolyn Gibbs
LEGACY AWARD
FOR PLANNED
GIVING
Ethel Groh Webster
Williams Trust
(Pictured Lois Simpson)
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We were privileged to
honor Vincent Leggett,
and we know his extensive
contributions will be deeply
missed. As the Founder and
President of Blacks of the
Chesapeake Foundation,
Vince dedicated his life to
CAROL
philanthropy, supporting
THOMPSON
countless regional
LIFETIME
nonprofits. His enduring
ACHIEVEMENT
impact will continue to
AWARD
shape our county and
Vincent Omar Leggett beyond for years to come.
