Monday, March 10, 2025
Plaza Hotel Grand Ballroom
New York City
2025 Edward F. McLaughlin
Lifetime Achievement Award honoree
*to be announced*
2025 Golden Mic Award honoree
Brian Lawlor
President, Scripps Sports
2025 Philip J. Lombardo
Spirit Award honoree
*to be announced*
The BFOA Golden Mic Award honors an individual in our industry, acknowledging their excellence in, and commitment to, broadcasting, as well as their ongoing service to the community at large.
The Edward F. McLaughlin Lifetime Achievement Award honors a broadcaster who has made invaluable contributions to the television and radio industry.
The Philip J. Lombardo Spirit Award is bestowed upon an individual who exhibits the spirit of dedication and relentless drive to the BFOA’s philanthropic mission exemplified by its former, longtime chairman, Philip J. Lombardo.
BFOA Media Mixers Event Series
Designed to celebrate the camaraderie and connection within the broadcasting community, attendees mix & mingle with peers, on-air talent, and executives while enjoying complimentary cocktails & bites!
Past events have been held in New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles!
Stay tuned to see what city we take over next!
Philip J. Lombardo
Memorial Golf Tournament
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Las Vegas Country Club (new venue!)
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2024 PJL Memorial Golf Tournament. Stay tuned for information about next year's event!
Broadcasters Foundation of America
Leadership Breakfast
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Close out the NABShow at the complimentary BFOA Leadership Breakfast and celebrate broadcasting! The Leadership Award recognizes career contributions to the broadcast industry and community at-large. The Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award honors an individual in broadcasting whose work exemplifies innovation, community service, advocacy, and entrepreneurship.
We'll see you in Las Vegas!
4th Annual BFOA Giving Day
Summer 2025
Join your fellow radio & television broadcasters for BFOA Giving Day.
Medical bills, long-term recovery expenses, or disaster damages can leave a family in desperate need of help. This day of support will help us reach our broadcast colleagues who face financial hardship following an illness, accident, natural disaster, or other emergency.
27th Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament
September 2025
Our biggest golf event of the year, the Celebrity Golf Tournament is played on the most beautiful and challenging courses in the New York Metro Area. Join us for a full day of golf, games, and great food... all while celebrating the broadcasting industry.
For more information, contact Peter Doyle, peter@thebfoa.org.