Every single volunteer, whether in a formal or informal setting, deserves thanks from the Queensland community. The Queensland Volunteering Awards that highlight the people behind this immense positive wave which embodies the spirit of mateship and togetherness.
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Presented in honour of an individual who has made an exemplary voluntary contribution (over 5+ years) and who through their volunteering has made asignificant impact towards Queensland’s wellbeing.
Presented in celebration of an individual aged between 12 and 24 years, who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to volunteering in Queensland and who, through their volunteering, has positively impacted the lives of others.
Presented in acknowledgement of an adult volunteer who has between six (6)months to three (3) years of volunteering service. This individual shows exceptional dedication to volunteering in Queensland and has made a positive impact on the lives of others through their efforts.
Presented in honour of an individual who has made an exemplary life-long contribution to volunteering (15+ years) and who throughout their volunteering has contributed to the betterment of the community in Queensland.
Presented in acknowledgement of an individual salaried or non-salaried volunteer manager who has demonstrated outstanding best practice in the management of volunteers and the delivery of volunteer programs.
Presented in recognition of a community volunteering program or activity by a not-for-profit organisation that has made a positive, measurable andsustainable social and/or economic impact on the Queensland Community
Presented in recognition of a government organisation that has made a positive, measurable and sustainable social and/or economic impact on the Queensland Community.
Presented in recognition of a for-profit organisation that has made a positive measurable and sustainable social and/or economic impact on the Queensland community through volunteering.
Honouring Our Most Exceptional Volunteers
Since its inception in 2016 the Queensland Volunteering Awards has provided a spotlight for Queenslands volunteers.
Thank you to all who nominated someone for the 2025 awards, the stories we read were truly amazing. Our finalists are just a few from the hundreds of generous nominees with unique stories to share.
Read more about the 2025 finalists and their volunteering journeys here or by clicking the button.
Cutting-Edge Keynotes
Networking Hacking
Hands-On Workshops
Hackathons
Startup Showcase
Volunteering Queensland is the state peak body solely dedicated to advancing volunteering for the economic, social, cultural and environmental well-being of Queensland.
Volunteering Queensland acknowledges and recognises the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present. We are committed to reconciliation with our First Nations People – Australia’s First Volunteers.
