Celebrate Philanthropy honors individuals, couples, and families who have made significant contributions to improve the lives of people in the Santa Maria Valley. Nominees should demonstrate exceptional generosity through direct financial support or service, and outstanding civic and charitable work.
Nominations for Celebrate Philanthropy 2026 are open through August 20, 2026. Honorees will be notified in late September and recognized at the Celebrate Philanthropy Luncheon on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Submit your nomination below!
Nomination Process:
- Nominations are open from July 8, 2026 to August 20, 2026.
- Nominations may be made by community members or organizations.
- Awardees will be chosen by an independent selection committee.
- Up to two awardees may be selected in any given year.
- Awardees will be notified in late September 2026.
Nominee Eligibility:
- Nominee’s contributions must benefit the residents of the Santa Maria Valley.
- Nominee(s) may be an individual, a couple, or a family.
- Nominee’s contributions must be voluntary in nature and exceed the scope of professional duties.
Ready to nominate?
- Review the details above about the nomination process.
- Review the nomination form below to begin collecting the necessary information to nominate.
- Note: You may include up to two recommendation letters for your nominee. Letters must be in PDF format and must not exceed two pages per letter.
- Complete and submit the form below.
Questions? Contact Anna Boren Lopez at ABoren@SBFoundation.org.
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