National Philanthropy Day

President Ronald Reagan signed the National Philanthropy Day proclamation Nov. 14, 1986, to celebrate the charitable work done to make a difference and create impact in their communities. Reagan defined it as “affection for mankind.”

“Our tradition of voluntarism embodies a great deal of caring, initiative, and ingenuity in solving problems and improving our communities,” Reagan said. “It is one of our greatest strengths as a people.”

Arkansas’ Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals awarded Arkansas Farm Bureau with its Outstanding Corporation Award on the nation’s most recent National Philanthropy Day.

Arkansas Foodbank nominated Farm Bureau for the award and called it “very well deserved.” And, it noted Arkansas Farm Bureau volunteers actually served in the Foodbank’s warehouse while receiving the award.

National Philanthropy Day, organized by Douglas Freeman in the 1980s, provides an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of giving and all that it has made possible. NPD celebrates the endless daily contributions individuals and organizations across the world make to countless causes and missions. It is a form of altruism consisting of private initiatives for the public good and quality of life. •

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