John W. Gardner Leadership Dinner

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

How are the leaders of the charitable sector demonstrating impact?

This evening celebrates exceptional nonprofit leaders and recognizes the remarkable achievements of John W. Gardner, Independent Sector's founding chair and a champion in the areas of philanthropy, education, and politics. Independent Sector presents the award each year to an individual whose leadership in or with the nonprofit community has been transformative and who has mobilized and unified people, institutions, or causes that improve people's lives.

Independent Sector will honor Geoffrey Canada, president and CEO of Harlem Children's Zone, with the 2009 Gardner Leadership Award in recognition of his groundbreaking success in helping children and families in Central Harlem to break the cycle of generational poverty.

The dinner will also feature the presentation of the American Express Building Leadership Award to Community Voices Heard, which empowers low-income people in New York City and State to advocate for public policy changes that improve their lives.

Presenters:

• Marguerite W. Kondracke, president and CEO, America 's Promise Alliance
• Larry Snyder, president, Catholic Charities USA

Moderators:

• Debbie I. Dingell, Vice Chairman, General Motors Foundation

(One admission included with conference registration fee;
Additional tickets may be purchased, $150 per ticket)

Place a tribute in the Gardner Leadership Dinner program book to honor
Geoffrey Canada and Community Voices Heard.