Nominations for the 2026 Queensland Philanthropy Awards are now open!
The Philanthropist of the Year Awards recognise Queenslanders and Queensland organisations who have made an outstanding contribution to charity or community service through giving time, generating funds, and/or encouraging others to give. The Philanthropy Innovation Award addresses the ever-changing landscape of philanthropy as individuals, groups or organisations try to adapt to the real world and develop solutions for today’s problems.
The criteria for each award focuses on philanthropy that is outstanding in its generosity – effective and impactful – and that exemplifies qualities such as commitment, inspiration and leadership.
Click the categories below to find nomination forms and guidelines.
- Queensland Corporate Philanthropist of the Year – Sponsored by QIC
- Queensland SME Philanthropist of the Year – Sponsored by Deloitte
- Queensland Community Philanthropist of the Year – Sponsored by Minderoo Foundation
- Queensland Emerging Philanthropist of the Year – Sponsored by Perpetual
- Queensland Philanthropy Innovation Award – Sponsored by QUT
- Queensland Environmental Philanthropist of the Year – Sponsored by Goodman Private Wealth
- Queensland Philanthropic Foundation of the Year – Sponsored by Australian Ethical Investment
This year will feature a special 2026 Queensland Community Foundation Board of Governors Award – sponsored by Queensland Public Trustee. The award acknowledges outstanding contributions that may sit outside the standard criteria or have not been recognised previously.
