2026 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards

Honouring exceptional volunteer management in the Canberra Region

Winners and highly commended recipients of 2025 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards

ABOUT VOLUNTEER MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards is an annual celebration for volunteer managers in the ACT and surrounding areas. This event elevates the profile of volunteer management as a profession.

The award is presented to an individual whose leadership and inclusive practices have shaped and strengthened volunteer programs in their organisation and/or community. All nominees are gifted a complimentary ticket to the Volunteer Leaders Seminar.

The awards are held in recognition of International Volunteer Managers Day, celebrated on 5 November annually.

Key dates:

  • Nominations open – Monday, 10 August 2026
  • Nominations close – Tuesday, 6 October 2026
  • Award ceremony – Thursday, 5 November 2026 during 2026 Volunteer Leaders Seminar at the Ann Harding Conference Centre
  • Registrations open for 2026 Volunteer Leaders Seminar: Monday, 10 August 2026
  • Registrations close for 2026 Volunteer Leaders Seminar: Monday, 26 October 2026
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Award categories

Three prestigious categories recognising diverse forms of volunteer management

This award recognises a volunteer manager who demonstrates exceptional skills in implementing the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement. The nominee excels in volunteer recruitment, training, support, and recognition, creating programs that maximise both volunteer satisfaction and community impact through strategic planning and innovative approaches.

This award recognises a volunteer manager who has made outstanding efforts to create safe, accessible, and inclusive volunteering opportunities in their programs/organisation. The nominee demonstrates commitment to removing barriers, advancing diversity, and ensuring that volunteers from all ages, abilities, genders, and sexualities and from all cultures can meaningfully participate and contribute to the organisation’s goals.

This award recognises a collaborative team that delivers exceptional volunteer programs. The nominated team demonstrates strong coordination, shared vision, and collective impact in supporting volunteers, with evidence of effective teamwork, communication, and innovative approaches that enhance the overall volunteer satisfaction and organisational outcomes. 

Thank you for your interest in the 2025 Volunteer Manager of the Year Awards! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. 

02 6251 4060 | events@volunteeringact.org.au