The new honor will recognize “Exemplary spirit and dedication” to the foundation’s mission. The inaugural award will be presented at next year’s Golden Mic dinner.
Broadcasters Foundation Creates Philip J. Lombardo Spirit Award
The Broadcasters Foundation of America has announced the creation of the Philip J. Lombardo Spirit Award to be presented annually, with the first to be presented at the 2025 Golden Mic Award Gala.
The Spirit Award will be bestowed upon an individual “who exhibits the spirit of dedication and relentless drive to the Broadcasters Foundation charitable mission exemplified by its former longtime chairman, Phil Lombardo, who died earlier this year.”
Board members, officers, supporters, contributors and sponsors with a long history of demonstrating Lombardo’s commitment to the Foundation will be candidates for this special recognition.
“Phil believed in giving back to an industry he deeply cared about, contributing both time and treasure to support the vital mission of the Broadcasters Foundation: helping fellow broadcasters during a difficult time in their lives,” said Ray Cole, Broadcasters Foundation board member and retired president-COO of Citadel Communications, the broadcast TV group founded by Lombardo.
“This award is being underwritten by Kim Lombardo and her family along with Mario Gabelli, Phil’s longtime business associate and friend,” Cole added. “It’s an ideal way to recognize Phil’s unparalleled leadership and countless efforts that left a lasting impact on the Foundation’s mission.”
“Phil brought the sense of urgency that is often needed to give donors an understanding of why they need to donate to our charitable purpose,” said Scott Herman, chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation. “He led the board for many years, overseeing significant advancements that brought in more funds, and thereby allowing us to continue to distribute financial aid to broadcasters in need.”
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The inaugural Spirit Award recipient will be announced next year prior to the 2025 Golden Mic Award Gala.
The Broadcasters Foundation has distributed more than $15 million dollars in aid over the past 20 years. This year, the foundation will award approximately $1.8 million. For more information, to make a contribution or to apply for assistance, please visit www.broadcastersfoundation.org, call 212-373-8250 or email [email protected].
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