The Community Foundation of Brazoria County is committed to recognizing and fostering philanthropy in Brazoria County. The Community Foundation Board has always believed that philanthropy is not just the giving of money – it is the gift of “time, talent and treasure” and a commitment to the well-being of our fellow citizens.
Each year the Community Foundation honors outstanding area citizens who embody this idea of philanthropy with “The Philanthropist of the Year” Award. Recipients of the Award are chosen by the Board of Directors for demonstrating a lifetime commitment to Brazoria County and its citizens.
Philanthropist of the Year Recipients
2000 Paul O’Farrell Group
2001 Louis and Ouita Shelton
2003 Eleanor and Ernie Rea
2004 Ralph and Elva David
2005 Marguerite Davidson & Buster Curry
2006 Jake & Agatha Jacob and Fran Coppinger
2007 Renee McGuire and Emma Womack
2008 Julia May and Bobbie Briscoe Moore
2009 Jay Hawkins and Bob & Tissie Schwebel
2010 Carolyn Johnson and Adelaide Thorp
Justin Gilbert (Young Philanthropist Award)
2011 Mike and Leslie Lowrey
Harry E. Wille, Jr. (Memorial Philanthropy Award)