Volunteering North Queensland
2024 Volunteer of the Year Awards
Thank you to all who nominated a volunteer or volunteering program.
Nominations are now closed.
Finalists will be announced in the Townsville Bulletin on Saturday 11th May and on our website, socials and E-News
Volunteering North Queensland (VNQ) appreciates the thousands of volunteers contributing to our community. The Awards celebrate the individuals and leaders that enrich our community through volunteer groups and activities in Townsville. There are six categories of nominations. Unfortunately, due to funding restrictions, nominations for this year’s awards are limited to the Townsville community only.
Award Categories
Volunteer of the Year Award
Proudly sponsored by McDonalds
The Volunteer of the Year Award is presented in honour of an individual who has made an exemplary voluntary contribution. This award celebrates those who have made a significant impact towards the Townsville community’s well-being through their volunteering. Nominees must be over 24 years of age.
Youth Volunteer of the Year Award
The Youth Volunteer of the Year Award is presented in honour of an individual (aged 14 to 24), who has demonstrated an outstanding voluntary commitment to the Townsville community. This award celebrates how the nominee positively impacted the lives of others through volunteering.
Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award
Proudly sponsored by Ergon Energy
The Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award is presented in honour of an individual who has made an exemplary life-long contribution to volunteering. This award is proudly presented to the nominee whose long-term dedication to giving, clearly demonstrates betterment of the Townsville community.
Excellence in Volunteer Management Award
Proudly sponsored by South 32
The Excellence in Volunteer Management Award is presented in honour of a volunteer manager (paid or non-paid) who has demonstrated best practice and outstanding performance in the management of volunteers and the delivery of volunteering programs in the Townsville community. The award recognises the dedicated individuals who deliver successful volunteering programs.
Community Volunteering Program Impact Award
Proudly sponsored by Townsville Bulletin
The Community Volunteering Program Impact Award is presented to an organisation in recognition of a volunteering program or activity that has made a significant impact on the Townsville community. This can be defined as positive, measurable and sustainable, economic, social, cultural and/or environmental impact.
