‘Tis the season to give thanks. In that vein the Association of Fundraising Professionals Tampa Bay, partnered with Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, WUSF and WEDU, is spearheading Tampa Bay Philanthropy Week — “an opportunity to celebrate philanthropists, nonprofits, and fundraisers who have demonstrated innovation, resiliency, leadership, and generosity through this difficult year.”

Do you know of a volunteer, a benefactor, or a non-profit — perhaps even your own — that has responded to challenges with new ideas, exceptional hard work, or contributions that have gone above and beyond? You can submit stories for posting at philanthropytampabay.org — or send them to me at dwarner@dupontregistry.com to be considered for publication this week on dupontregistrytampabay.com.

Pictured above (from the Tampa Bay Philanthropy Week website): “Everyday heroes, aka associates representing Tampa Bay Area Marriott International properties, at the conclusion of a Torch Relay event at Tampa Marriott Water Street.  Torch Relay is just one of the many ways Marriott International associates and guests raise donations for Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.”