Orlando, FL, Nov. 3 — WUCF is proud to announce that Melissa Braillard, Director of Community Impact, was named the recipient of the esteemed Terri S. Chastain Award for Outstanding Fundraising Professional. Melissa’s unwavering commitment to WUCF and her exceptional fundraising efforts have truly earned her this recognition.
"I feel incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve our Central Florida community and advance the mission of WUCF,” said Melissa Braillard,Director of Community Impact. “Through fundraising, we are allowed to make a real difference in the world and see positive change happen right before our eyes. When we come together to support our favorite non-profit organizations we can accomplish amazing things."
Melissa has worked for over 22 years in the philanthropy and nonprofit space, giving the Central Florida community and beyond a chance to experience the arts and culture. The Terri S. Chastain Award for Outstanding Fundraising Professional is a testament to Melissa’s passion for creating positive change and her ability to inspire others to join in her mission of celebrating the arts.
"The WUCF team is proud of Melissa Braillard’s work in serving the community on behalf of WUCF, and this Outstanding Fundraising Professional award win is so deserved," said Jennifer Cook, Executive Director of WUCF. "Melissa’s dedication to fundraising and her genuine commitment to WUCF members and the Central Florida community has made her a standout candidate for this award. Her efforts serve as an inspiration to us all at WUCF, showcasing the incredible impact one person can have on the community."
The award will be presented at this year's National Philanthropy Day celebration on Friday, November 3, in Orlando. The event is organized annually by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, recognizing outstanding contributions of individuals, organizations, and corporations in Central Florida that are dedicated to making a positive impact on society. The National Philanthropy Day celebration serves as a platform to honor those who have made a difference through their philanthropic endeavors.
About WUCF TV
WUCF TV is the sole-service PBS member station for the nearly 4 million Central Floridians across nine counties. WUCF is Central Florida’s storyteller, encouraging curiosity and learning through compelling content and community engagement. WUCF produces award-winning local content like “Florida Road Trip,” which explores Florida through history, people and culture. WUCF also serves Florida’s youngest citizens, offering hours of PBS Kids content on-air, online and in the classroom, leading the state in usage for PBS LearningMedia. Throughout its ten-year history, WUCF has engaged with over 1.5 million people across Central Florida at in- person events, and over 30 million people online through virtual events and streaming content. The station is community-supported public broadcasting from the University of Central Florida. Learn more at http://wucf.org/