RAC WA Volunteer of the Year
Presented in honour of an individual who has made an exemplary voluntary contribution over the past year and who through their volunteering has made a significant impact in their community.
The WA Volunteer of the Year Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding contribution of Western Australian volunteers, volunteer involving organisations, corporate volunteering programs, and volunteer managers at work within our community.
The WA Volunteer of the Year Awards are presented by Volunteering WA with the awards ceremony held during National Volunteer Week (15 - 21 May 2023).
Awards for Individuals
These prestigious awards promote the value and important contribution of volunteering to the social, cultural, economic and environmental well-being of Western Australia and pay tribute to those volunteers who inspire and promote the spirit of volunteerism through their exemplary endeavours.
WA Young Volunteer of the Year
Presented in celebration of an individual aged 18 - 30 years who has made an outstanding voluntary commitment over the past year and who through their volunteering has positively impacted the lives of others.
WA Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering
Presented in honour of an individual who has made an exemplary life-long contribution to volunteering over the past 20+ years, and who through their volunteering has contributed to the betterment of Western Australia and its people.
WA Excellence in Volunteer Management
Presented in acknowledgment of an individual salaried or non-salaried volunteer manager who has demonstrated best practice in the management and delivery of volunteering programs over the past year.
WA Volunteer for Multicultural Communities Award
Presented in celebration of an individual who through their volunteering is a champion for, and within, Western Australia's culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and has made an exceptional contribution to the betterment of life across the State.
Awards for Organisations
The awards program is also committed to acknowledging and celebrating the remarkable endeavours of Western Australian organisations and businesses to promote causes and communities through volunteering
Excellence in Corporate Volunteering
Presented in celebration of a business that has made a significant impact in the community of Western Australia through its employee volunteering program.
WA Community Volunteer Organisation of the Year
Presented in celebration of a volunteer involving community organisation that provides innovative leadership and through good practice in volunteering brings about positive and enduring change to their community.
