Three Honored for Outstanding Giving with Central Minnesota Philanthropy Awards

(KNSI) – The Central Minnesota Community Foundation has announced this year’s Awards in Philanthropy winners.

The three honors are given to people whose generosity and commitment have left lasting impacts across the St. Cloud area.

The prestigious Alex Didier Award was given to Lee and Vicki Morgan in recognition of their decades of contributions. Lee’s great-grandfather started the Antioch Company, the parent company of Creative Memories in St. Cloud today. Lee has been a significant supporter through both personal and charitable giving. Today, the couple channels their passion through the Morgan Family Foundation.

Farhiya Iman will receive the Social Trust Award for her work building connections across Greater St. Cloud’s diverse communities. She has over a decade of experience in mental health, housing, refugee resettlement, and child welfare work. Farhiya is the founder of Arise Autism Center and House of Sanctuary in St. Cloud, which helps people with disabilities find housing and support.

Attorney Stefanie Brown will receive the Professional Award in Philanthropy for using her legal expertise to advise organizations that give. What makes Stefanie special isn’t just her legal knowledge; it’s how she uses it to help families and businesses give effectively. She also serves with the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation, the Central Minnesota Community Foundation, and several initiatives supporting St. Cloud School District 742.

All the honorees will be celebrated at the CMCF Annual Celebration of Philanthropy on Thursday, September 4th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Event Center in Waite Park.

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