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CELEBRATION OF PHILANTHROPY AWARDS
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CFAAC’s Celebration of Philanthropy Award winners drive
transformational change in our county. Through their actions and
their financial support, they show that they care about the future
of our community and the next generation that will help create
that future. In ways both large and small, they look beyond
themselves to make Anne Arundel County stronger for every
resident. Over the past 21 years, CFAAC has honored 102
community members and organizations who give back every day —
volunteering in the community, funding much needed programs
and services, investing in the environment, providing resources for
arts and music, supporting campaigns to end racism and
homelessness, and making our community a better place for all.
This year’s virtual Celebration of Philanthropy, held on November
5, honored eight dedicated community members with awardee
highlight videos and video messages from community leaders. To
date, the 2021 Celebration of Philanthropy videos have been
viewed thousands of times. Take a peek into some of their
inspiring stories below. To read our awardees full bios and view
the event video, visit cfaac.org.
Philanthropists of the Year: Jeffrey Harris and Joyce Pratt
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Jeffrey Harris and Joyce Pratt are ensuring a future for the
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and future musicians. The
long-time Annapolis philanthropists, who have given more than
$3.7 million in charitable donations to various organizations,
recently committed $1 million to launch the ASO's Sounds of
Impact Campaign. However, their gifts are more than financial.
They also worked with key members of the ASO leadership team
to craft a strategy for achieving the ASO's goals.
Corporate Philanthropist of the Year: Hannon Armstrong
It can be said that philanthropy is part of the culture at Hannon
Armstrong. The company, with its tagline of “Investing in Climate
Solutions,” has supported the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s (CBF)
mission to Save the Bay since 2005. Hannon Armstrong was also
instrumental in supporting CBF during the pandemic. And,
Hannon Armstrong’s local impact goes beyond improving the
environment. The company has also supported the YWCA of Anne
Arundel County through the years.
Picture 1: CFAAC Staff, photo by David Trozzo Photography
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Picture 2: Jeffrey Harris and Joyce Pratt, photo by David Trozzo Photography
Picture 3: Jeffrey Eckel, Chairman & CEO of Hannon Armstrong, photo by Maureen Porto Studios
2021 CFAAC ANNUAL REPORT