The 19th annual National Philanthropy Day Awards celebration was held at the United Against Poverty UP Center, a former citrus packing facility.
A group of honored leaders were acknowledged for their generosity and volunteerism.
The President's Award, a special tribute acknowledging a "caring, giving and nurturing philosophy," is given at the discretion of the AFP Chapter President.
The evening was infused with the essence of orange blossoms and the indomitable philanthropic spirit of local residents.
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A Gilesgate-based shop and community facility, Hexham’s Core Music, launches a separate workshop where up to six people will be trained how to repair guitars and make ukuleles. The European Social Fund grant supported the project and has secured funds through the County Durham Communication Foundation to equip the workshop in Burn Lane.