2025 Philly Awards
Philly - Phil·ly 'filē: A fun abbreviation of philanthropy; a twenty-two-year-old tradition best served with drinks.
The Philly Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements in nonprofit marketing, communications, and fundraising. This annual event honors the hard work that goes into crafting compelling messages to advance missions and create meaningful impact.
2025 Philly Awards Reception
Date TBD | 5:30 pm | Location TBD
Become a Sponsor!
Support the Philly Awards and become a sponsor! By sponsoring, you'll gain visibility for your brand, connect with influential nonprofit organizations, and show your commitment to supporting impactful work in our community. Join us in recognizing the exceptional contributions that make a difference—become a Philly Awards sponsor today!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor — $2,500
- Sponsorship recognized as: 2025 Philly Awards presented by (your business)
- Logo and company link on event webpage
- Recognition in event email promotions
- Recognition in social media
- Two complimentary submissions (if submitted before September 10, 2025)
- Opportunity to distribute materials at in-person reception in November
- 3 minutes at podium at reception in November
- Reserved cocktail table and 8 complimentary tickets to reception
Philly Sponsor — $1,000
- Name and company link on event webpage
- Recognition in event email promotions
- Recognition in social media
- 2 complimentary submissions (if submitted before September 10, 2025
- Opportunity to distribute materials at in-person reception in November
- Reserved cocktail table and 8 complimentary tickets to reception
Winner's Circle Sponsor — $400**
- Name and company/organization link on event webpage
- Reserved cocktail table and 8 complimentary tickets to reception
**Only available to 2025 Philly Award Winners. Limited spots available.
Categories
Submissions for the 2025 Philly Awards will open Monday, August 4!!
Early Bird Deadline - Thursday, August 28
Final Submission Deadline - Wednesday, September 10
These are the categories for this year’s Philly Awards. For the full list of awards criteria & instructions, click here.
Winners will receive either silver or gold placement in fifteen categories and will be announced during the awards presentation in November. We invite you to submit your work to be reviewed by a panel of expert judges for Philly Award consideration.
Past Philly Award Winners
We've celebrated the Philly Awards for twenty-one years. Browse the winning entries from past years.
2025 Philly Awards Committee
Melissa Ford Molloy, Event Co-Chair
Jennifer Andra, Event Co-Chair
Merritt Neil
Karen Cutliff
Jessica Best
Braden Pedersen
Kerri Voyles
Debra Goldstein
Karen Donnelly
Questions
For questions about the Philly Awards, please contact events@npconnect.org.
