United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s Emily Parker receives Rising Star Award at the 2022 National Philanthropy Day Awards Breakfast
On Tuesday, Emily Parker, Philanthropic Investment Officer for United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, received the Rising Star Award at the 2022 National Philanthropy Day Awards Breakfast held by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter.
“I think giving back to the community is extremely important,” shared Emily. “This award is a great honor. Thank you so much to everyone involved.”
This event, presented by Air Products, celebrated an amazing group of individuals and organizations who are shining examples of the incredible spirit of philanthropy that exists here in the Greater Lehigh Valley.
Other award recipients honored during the event:
2022 National Philanthropy Day Honorees
Lifetime Achievement Award
J. Robert “Bob” & Sandy Lovett
Outstanding Philanthropists
Rob & Kristen Bennett
Outstanding Foundation
Carbon County Community Foundation
Outstanding Business
Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group/Red Robin
Outstanding Fundraising Group
Ai Orthodontics
Outstanding Volunteers
Air Products Volunteers
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy
Ben Austin
Rising Star
Emily Parker
BIPOC Leader in Fundraising
Winston Alozie, Bethlehem Boys’ & Girls’ Club
IDEA Champions
Bradbury Sullivan LGBT Community Center
Easton Area School District Youth Council