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We Are Carroll Awards Show

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The Community Foundation of Carroll County presents the We Are Carroll Awards — formerly Philanthropists of the Year — to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our nonprofit partners, one best friend, one legend, and one incredibly generous philanthropist. We’ve rebranded, expanded, and opened the awards this year to include a community member nominated by a Carroll County nonprofit that is NOT affiliated with CFCC. We want to recognize the efforts of all those working to make our county a better place to live, work, laugh, and put down roots.

The Class of 2025 is…
Rising Star: My Caring Paws therapy dogs
Rooted in the Community: Dream Big Union Bridge uplifting residents and businesses
Living Legacy: Mr. Ed Leister retired commercial banker and constant community advocate
BFF: Herbert Zeigler nominated by Brain Safe Haven food bank and resource center in Taneytown
Philanthropist of the Year: Dave Bond nominated by Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County

There are several sponsorship options available. All proceeds from this event support the Audrey Cimino Legacy Fund of the Community Foundation, which allows us to ensure the sustainability of our community foundation for years to come. We all greatly appreciate your consideration of a 2025 We Are Carroll Awards sponsorship and would welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you to share in this celebration.

The Community Foundation of Carroll County thanks you for your support! Your sponsorship of the Class of 2025 award recipients allows us to honor the work of our Funds and supporters, plus a new Community Philanthropist award, while defraying the cost of the event for attendees. We will be recognizing our sponsors in a variety of ways both ahead of and at the event.

There is no other event where business and civic leaders gather to pay tribute to those who make a difference in our community. This year’s honorees, our 17th year, have all made a significant, positive impact throughout Carroll County with their generosity and commitment. I hope you will consider supporting this richly deserved celebration.

Tickets: $40 purchase online
Various Sponsorship levels available — We’d love your support!

Hourly Schedule

Doors Open

5 PM - 6:30 PM
Food, Networking
Meet the honorees and mingle
6:45 PM - 8 PM
The Big Show
Awards, stories, laughter, tears
8 PM - 9 PM
Dessert Reception
Hugs, handshakes, amazing desserts

Date

Sep 24 2025
Expired!

Time

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Cost

$40.00

Location

Carroll Arts Center
91 W Main Street, Westminster
Website
https://carrollcountyartscouncil.org/

Organizer

Community Foundation of Carroll County
Community Foundation of Carroll County
Phone
410-876-5505
Email
hello@carrollcommunityfoundation.org
Website
https://www.wearecarroll.org/