AFP FL, Tampa Bay Chapter Event: J. Lloyd Horton Award & Networking
December 9, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
We are delighted to announce that Kathy Rabon, CFRE, CFRM has been nominated for the J. Lloyd Horton Lifetime Achievement Award. This prestigious accolade, presented by AFP Tampa Bay, honors professionals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the fundraising profession, exceptional ethical standards, and a lasting impact in our community.
About Kathy Rabon
Kathy has served the Tampa Bay region for nearly 30 years in nonprofit fundraising and executive leadership roles. Among her many accomplishments:
- She most recently held the roles of Chief Philanthropy Officer and President of the Suncoast Hospice Foundation (part of Empath Health).
- Throughout her career, she has held leadership roles such as Executive Director of the Performing Arts Center Foundation at Ruth Eckerd Hall; Deputy Director of Development for the Salvador Dalí Museum; Vice President of Development & Communications at the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA; Chief Development Officer for the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida; and President/CEO of the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce.
- She is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and holds a Certification in Fundraising Management (CFRM) from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University.
- Her volunteer and leadership service spans numerous boards and organizations—Leadership Pinellas (Outstanding Alumni Award recipient), Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin (past President), St. Petersburg College Board of Advisors, United Nations Association Board, Clearwater Jazz Holiday Foundation, Clearwater Marine Aquarium Board, Suncoast Family YMCA Governance Board, and others.
- Among her recognitions: National Association of Community Leadership’s Distinguished Leader Award; YWCA Tribute to Women in Tampa Bay; was honored to carry the Olympic Torch on behalf of her community service in 1996.
Schedule:
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- 11:30 am Networking
- 12:00 pm Program & Lunch Service