Annual Awards
Eight prestigious awards along with the Heart & Hands Award and Corporate Community Champion Award honor the various components of the critical nexus between visionary, supportive philanthropy and thriving, creative nonprofit organizations that respond to community concerns and the need for change.
Nominations are taken annually to determine the recipients of the eight awards while organizations have the opportunity to recognize individuals from their own communities with the Heart & Hands Award and businesses with the Corporate Community Champion Award.
Nominations for this year's main awards are open through June 1, 2025. Nominations for the Heart & Hands and Corporate Community Champion accolades are open through September 1, 2025.
Governor's Career Humanitarian Leadership Award
Honoring leaders who inspire others to get involved for the betterment of their community throughout their 20+ year careers.
Lieutenant Governor's Public Service Award
Honoring individuals who have improved their communities through public service over more than 5 years of continuous commitment.
Outstanding Volunteer Award
Recognizing an individual who has contributed significantly to the nonprofit community through their volunteer service.
Outstanding Young Volunteer Award
Recognizing an outstanding young person who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to philanthropy and volunteerism.
Corporate Spirit of Giving Award
Recognizing a for-profit business that has demonstrated its outstanding commitment to philanthropy and community service.
Foundation Spirit of Giving Award
Recognizing a foundation that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment of philanthropy and community service.
Philanthropic Leadership Award
Recognizing individuals or pairs who have been made significant impact through their philanthropy over at least 10 years.
Labor and Honor Award
Recognizing individuals, families, or organizations who whose dedication to a cause has led to a phenomenal shift, breakthrough, or transformation.
Accolades
The Heart & Hands Award and Corporate Community Champion Award recognize individuals and businesses for impacts made through volunteerism, philanthropy, and community engagement. All those nominated for these awards are recognized during the annual Utah Philanthropy Day celebration. The Heart and Hands Award shines a light on individuals who go above and beyond in volunteering and philanthropy, while the Corporate Community Champion Award recognizes businesses that give back through corporate volunteerism, social responsibility, and philanthropy.
Heart & Hands Award
Honoring people who make significant contributions to an organization's mission through their volunteer or philanthropic service.
Corporate Community Champion Award
Honoring corporations and businesses that make significant contributions to communities in Utah through volunteerism, philanthropy, or corporate social responsibility.
