Day of Philanthropy focuses on nurturing a strong foundation

Paula Porter, chairman of the Day of Philanthropy planning committee, and Doug Ulman, director of the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Day of Philanthropy and Awards Luncheon were October 11, 2005 at the Meinder’s School of Business on the campus of Oklahoma City University. The AFP Day of Philanthropy is presented by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. It featured guest speakers as well as sessions led by nationally-recognized speakers on topics ranging from grant writing to corporate giving. The theme for this year’s event was “Philanthropy: The Cycle that Keeps Giving.”

Mr. Doug Ulman, Director of Survivorship for the Lance Armstrong Foundation in Austin, Texas, was the luncheon speaker. Only 28, Doug Ulman is a three-time cancer survivor and national cancer survivorship advocate. Doug founded the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, a non-profit organization to provide support, education and resources to young adults afflicted by cancer, as well as their families and friends.
The awards luncheon was hosted to honor local philanthropists, organizations, individual fundraisers and volunteers. Each honoree received a $250 award for the charity of his or her choice.

Ms. Johnna R. Walker, Executive Director, and Ms. Tracie Carter, Special Projects Coordinator, both of the Chickasaw Foundation assisted with the Planning Committee for the 2005 Day of Philanthropy and served on the Luncheon Sub-Committee.