List of humanitarian and service awards

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This list of humanitarian and service awards is an index to articles on notable awards given for humanitarianism and service in the sense of community service, public service or selfless service. The list is organized by region and country. Some of the awards are restricted to citizens or residents of one country or region, while others are not restricted.

International. (nations)

Award	Sponsor	Notes
Citizen of the World	United Nations Correspondents Association
Florence Nightingale Medal	International Committee of the Red Cross	Those distinguished in the nursing field^[1]
Nansen Refugee Award	United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees	In recognition of outstanding service to the cause of refugees, displaced or stateless people^[2]
Henry Dunant Medal	International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity	Aurora Humanitarian Initiative	$1 million international humanitarian award recognizing individuals for humanitarian work. It is awarded on behalf of the survivors of the Armenian Genocide and in gratitude to their saviors.^[3]

Africa

Country	Award	Sponsor	Notes
Sudan	Ibrahim Prize	Mo Ibrahim Foundation	$5 million award for African heads of state for development achievement^[4]
Nigeria	APCN Humanitarian Awards	Aid People Change Nigeria Charity and Orphanage Organisation	Award plaques and certificates, signed with authentic orthographies of African music legends and icons to recognise people for their immense contributions to the growth of humanity, with their various acts.^[5]^[6]
South Africa	Achievers/Humanitarian Awards	Rain Queen Modjadji Awards	Founded by Princess Dr Tebogo Mokope Modjadji-kekana. Granddaughter to the late Queen. Founded since 2020
Zimbabwe	Global Charity Awards\|\|	NGOs	It's an Awards ceremony for Non-profit Organizations around the Globe that aims to award the commitment, innovation and determination of the best Charity organizations. Being shortlisted for or winning this Award brings credibility to your organization, it's a way of showing the World at large that donating to your cause is putting money in safe hands, and generate trust in your brand.

Americas

Canada

Award	Sponsor	Notes
Juno Humanitarian Award	Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences	To Canadian musicians who have made significant humanitarian efforts (since 2006)^[7]
CHL Humanitarian of the Year	Canadian Hockey League	To the Canadian Hockey League player judged to have made the most notable contribution to his community in a humanitarian sense^[8]
Charlie Conacher Humanitarian Award	National Hockey League	To a National Hockey League (NHL) player who made "outstanding contribution to humanitarian or community service projects" (since 1968)^[9]
Dan Snyder Memorial Trophy	Ontario Hockey League	Ontario Hockey League player who is a positive role model, and makes a notable humanitarian contribution within his community.^[10]^[11]
Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy	Western Hockey League	Player who best shows a commitment to his community and to humanitarian values^[12]
QMJHL Humanitarian of the Year	Quebec Major Junior Hockey League	One Quebec Major Junior Hockey League player for humanitarianism and community involvement^[13]
The Wolf Award	The Wolf Project	For individuals, organizations, and communities in recognition of their efforts to serve humanity and to reduce racial intolerance and to improve peace and understanding
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award	Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program	Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who have completed community humanitarian service and display "courage and determination by overcoming adversity"^[14]

United States

Award	Sponsor	Notes
Carnegie Medal	Carnegie Hero Fund	Persons who perform extraordinary acts of heroism in civilian life in the United States and Canada, and those disabled and the dependents of those killed saving or attempting to save others.^[15]
Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize	Conrad N. Hilton Foundation	Largest humanitarian award in the world.^[16]
AAAS Award for Science Diplomacy	American Association for the Advancement of Science	Outstanding contribution to furthering international cooperation in science and engineering^[17]
APA International Humanitarian Award	American Psychological Association	Extraordinary humanitarian service and activism by a psychologist or a team of psychologists, including professional and/or volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations^[18]^[19]
ARRL International Humanitarian Award	American Radio Relay League	Amateurs who, through Amateur Radio, are devoted to promoting the Welfare of mankind.^[20]
Abraham Horwitz Award	PAHO Foundation	Leadership that has improved people's health and lives in the Americas.^[21]
Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism	Albert Schweitzer Fellowship	Exemplary contributions to humanity and the environment.^[22]
Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award	Algernon Sydney Sullivan Foundation	Excellence of character and service to humanity^[23]^[24]
Bishop John T. Walker Distinguished Humanitarian Service Award	Africare	Those whose work has made a significant impact on raising the standard of living in Africa^[25]
Bob Hope Humanitarian Award	Academy of Television Arts & Sciences	Humanitarian efforts^[26]
Brandeis Award (privacy)	Patient Privacy Rights	Significant intellectual, cultural, legal, scholarly, and technical contributions to the field of health information privacy^[27]
Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy	Carnegie family of institutions	Individuals who have dedicated their private wealth to the public good^[28]^[29]^[30]
Cherokee Inspired Comfort Award	Cherokee Uniforms	For exceptional service by nurses and other health care professionals
Civil Courage Prize	Train Foundation	Recognizes "steadfast resistance to evil at great personal risk — rather than military valor."
Courage to Care Award	Anti-Defamation League	To honor rescuers of Jews during the Holocaust
David Angell Humanitarian Award	American Screenwriters Association	To individuals in the entertainment industry who contribute to global wellbeing through donations of time, expertise or other support to improve the human condition
Elizabeth Fleming Stier Award	Institute of Food Technologists	To a member of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) who has pursued humanitarian ideals and unselfish dedication to the well-being of the food industry, academia, students, or the general public
Eugene V. Debs Award	Eugene V. Debs Foundation	Honoring a person whose work has been consistent with the spirit, values, and legacy of Eugene V. Debs and who has contributed to the advancement of the causes of industrial unionism, social justice, or world peace (since 1965)^[31]
Harrison Tweed Award	American Bar Association / National Legal Aid & Defender Association	State and local bar associations that develop or significantly expand projects or programs to increase access to civil legal services for poor persons or criminal defense services for indigents^[32]
Henry R. Kravis Prize in Nonprofit Leadership	Claremont McKenna College	Those who have demonstrated 'bold leadership' in the nonprofit sector and have shared their best practices with others^[33]
Henry Viscardi Achievement Awards	Viscardi Center	Exemplary leaders in the disability sector around the globe who have had a profound impact on changing the lives of people with disabilities and champion their rights.^[34]
Hodson Award	American Bar Association	Extraordinary service by a government or public-sector legal office^[35]
IRI Freedom Award	International Republican Institute	Individuals who have worked to advance freedom and democracy in their countries and around the world^[36]
Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage	Georgia Tech	Individuals who stand up for moral principles and render service to humanity without regard for personal or professional peril. Recipients positively affect public discourse in spite of the risk to their careers, their livelihoods, and even their lives.^[37]
Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award	Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences	Outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes^[38]
Jefferson Awards for Public Service	American Institute for Public Service	People who do extraordinary things without expectation of recognition^[39]^[40]
Lasker-Bloomberg Public Service Award	Lasker Foundation	Individual or organization whose public service has profoundly enlarged the possibilities for medical research and the health sciences and their impact on the health of the public.^[41]
Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year	Latin Recording Academy	Artistic achievement in the Latin music industry and dedication to philanthropy^[42]
Letelier-Moffitt Human Rights Award	Institute for Policy Studies	Those advancing the cause of human rights in the Americas.^[43]
Library of Congress Living Legend	Library of Congress	Creative contributions to American life. Those honored include artists, writers, activists, film makers, physicians, entertainers, sports figures, and public servants.^[44]
MLS Humanitarian of the Year Award	Major League Soccer	Major League Soccer player who exemplifies both skill on the field and service within the community.^[45]
MacArthur Fellows Program	MacArthur Foundation	Individuals, working in any field, who have shown "extraordinary originality and dedication in their creative pursuits and a marked capacity for self-direction" and are citizens or residents of the United States.^[46]
MusiCares Person of the Year	The Recording Academy	Artistic achievement in the music industry and dedication to philanthropy.^[47]^[48]
Marian Anderson Award	Marian Anderson Award	Established artist, not necessarily a singer, who exhibits leadership in a humanitarian area. A separate prize, the "Marian Anderson Prize for Emerging Classical Artists" is given to promising young classical singers.^[49]
Patronal Medal	Catholic University of America	Distinguished service in the advancement of Marian devotion, theology, or general appreciation of the place of Mary in the life of the Catholic Church."^[50]
Philip Loeb Humanitarian Award	Actors' Equity Association	Equity member who has performed a unique and outstanding service on behalf of his or her fellow members and whose quality of service, ideas and contribution has set him or her apart from others; someone who truly perpetuates the legacy inherited from Philip Loeb.^[51]
President's Call to Service Award	President of the United States	People who have completed more than 4,000 hours of community service. It is the highest level of the President's Volunteer Service Award.^[52]
President's Volunteer Service Award	President of the United States	Volunteers that give hundreds of hours per year helping others through the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation. The award can be granted to individuals, families and organizations located throughout the United States.^[53]
Profile in Courage Award	John F. Kennedy Library Foundation	Individuals (often elected officials) who, by acting in accord with their conscience, risked their careers or lives by pursuing a larger vision of the national, state or local interest in opposition to popular opinion or pressure from constituents or other local interests^[54]
Prudential Spirit of Community Award	National Association of Secondary School Principals	Middle level and high school students for outstanding service to others at the local, state, and national level.^[55]
Public Service Recognition Award	Town of Dedham, Massachusetts	Citizen or citizens of Dedham who by his/her actions best exemplifies the spirit of public service through their sharing of time, talent, and energy for the betterment of our Community."^[56]
Public Welfare Medal	National Academy of Sciences	Distinguished contributions in the application of science to the public welfare.^[57]
Raoul Wallenberg Award	Raoul Wallenberg Committee of the United States	Individuals, organizations, and communities whose courage, selflessness and success against great odds personified those of Raoul Wallenberg himself."^[58]
Salvatori Prize for American Citizenship	The Heritage Foundation	To an American citizen or organization who upholds and advances the principles of the American Founding
Sidney Hollander Award	Sidney Hollander Foundation	To a person who had worked diligently towards obtaining equal rights for African Americans in Maryland (1947 – around 1964)
Spingarn Medal	NAACP	For achievement by Black Americans (since 1915)
Spirit of Hope	Billboard	Awarded to a Latin artist for their philanthropic and humanitarian contributions beyond their musical work (since 1996)^[59]
Templeton Prize	John Templeton Foundation	To a living person who "has made an exceptional contribution to affirming life's spiritual dimension, whether through insight, discovery, or practical works" (since 1972)
The Nichols-Chancellor's Medal	Vanderbilt University	Persons who define the 21st century and exemplify the best qualities of the human spirit.^[60]
The Ridenhour Prizes	Type Media Center	Those who persevere in acts of truth-telling that protect the public interest, promote social justice or illuminate a more just vision of society^[61]
Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Citizen Leadership	Thomas Jefferson Foundation	Distinguished contributions in citizen leadership^[62]
Man of the Year/Person of the Year	Time (magazine)	Person, group, idea or object that for better or for worse... has done the most to influence the events of the year.^[63]
Wallenberg Medal	University of Michigan	Outstanding humanitarians whose actions on behalf of the defenseless and oppressed reflect the heroic commitment and sacrifice of Raoul Wallenberg^[64]
William E. Harmon Foundation Award for Distinguished Achievement Among Negroes	William E. Harmon Foundation	Distinguished achievements in eight different fields: literature, music, fine arts, business and industry, science and innovation, education, religious service, and race relations^[65]
William J. Brennan Award	Association of the Federal Bar of the State of New Jersey	Outstanding jurist, attorney, or other individual whose contributions to the law deserve special recognition^[66]
Woodrow Wilson Award for Public Service	Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars	Participation in efforts to improve the global community through collaboration and open dialogue.
Yanick Dupre Memorial Award	American Hockey League	American Hockey League's man of the year for service to his local community^[67]

Asia

Country	Award	Sponsor	Notes
Hong Kong	Hong Kong Humanity Award	Hong Kong Red Cross / RTHK	Those live up to and put into practice the spirit of humanity.^[68]^[69]
India	Santokbaa Humanitarian Award	SRK Knowledge Foundation	Honouring the spirit of the selfless humanitarians.^[70]
India	Indira Gandhi Prize	Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust	Promoting international peace, development and a new international economic order etc.^[71]
India	Mother Teresa Awards	Harmony Foundation	Promotion of peace, equality and social justice, and encouragement of justice and peaceful coexistence
India	Neerja Bhanot Award	Neerja Bhanot-Pan Am Trust	Indian woman subjected to social injustice, who faces the situation with grit and determination and extends help to other women in similar distress.^[72]
India	Real Heroes Award	CNN-News18	Ordinary citizens who have devoted their lives towards shaping a better society^[73]
Pakistan	Tamgha-i-Khidmat	Government of Pakistan	It is the 5th highest honour given by the Government of Pakistan to both the military and Civil Armed Forces.
Pakistan	Tamgha-e-Quaid-e-Azam	Government of Pakistan	Tamgha-e-Quaid-e-Azam or Medal of the Great Leader is a civil award conferred by the Government of Pakistan on those who have attained distinction in the fields of science, art, literature, or distinction in the fields of sports and nursing; or for rendering dedicated services with selfless devotion in human rights and public service.
Pakistan	Hilal-e-Pakistan	President of Pakistan	It is the second-highest civil award and decoration of Pakistan. The award seeks to recognize those people who have made "meritorious contribution to the national interests of Pakistan, or cultural, social contribution, or other significant public or private endeavors". The award is not limited to Pakistani citizens and, while it is a civilian award, it can also be conferred upon foreign nationals. It is bestowed by the President of Pakistan once a year on the eve of Independence day.
Pakistan	Nishan-e-Pakistan	President of Pakistan	It is the highest civil award and decoration of Pakistan bestowed by the president on foreign nationals as well as for the highest degree of service to the country.
Pakistan	Nishan-e-Imtiaz	President of Pakistan	The Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Order of Excellence) is one of the state organized civil decorations of Pakistan. It is awarded for achievements towards world recognition for Pakistan or an outstanding service for the country.
Pakistan	Tamgha-i-Imtiaz	President of Pakistan	Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Award of Excellence) is a state-organised honour of Pakistan. It is given to any civilian in Pakistan based on their achievements. It can also be awarded to foreign citizens who have performed great service to Pakistan.
Pakistan	Hilal-i-Imtiaz	Government of Pakistan	The Hilaal-e-Imtiyaaz (Crescent of Excellence) is the second highest civilian award and honour given to both civilians and military officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces by the Government of Pakistan. It recognises individuals who have made an "especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of Pakistan, world peace, cultural or other significant public endeavors".
Pakistan	Sitara-i-Imtiaz	Government of Pakistan	The Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Star of Excellence) is the third highest honour and civilian award of Pakistan. It recognizes individuals who have made an "especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of Pakistan, world peace, cultural or other significant public endeavours".
Pakistan	HBL PSL Hamaray Heroes Award	Pakistan Cricket Board	This award (along with a Cash Prize of PKR 240,000.00) was introduced by Pakistan Cricket Board during the tournament of Pakistan Super League in 2020. Individuals from different walks of life (including peace, human rights, sports, education, healthcare, art, culture, music, social work and technology) can be nominated.
Israel	Righteous Among the Nations	State of Israel	Non-Jews who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust^[74]
Japan	Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize	Japan International Cooperation Agency	Medical research and medical services to combat infectious and other diseases in Africa
Japan	Takeda Awards	Takeda Foundation	Social/economic well-being, individual/humanity well-being, and world environmental well-being
Philippines	Ramon Magsaysay Award	Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation	For achievement by Asians
Philippines	Gusi Peace Prize	Gusi Peace Prize International	Global prize for peace, humanity, community service etc.
Saudi Arabia	King Faisal International Prize	King Faisal Foundation	For service to Islam^[75]
South Korea	Ho-Am Prize in Community Service	Samsung	Prizes for Science, Engineering, Medicine, Arts, and Community Service, plus a Special Prize

Europe

Country	Award	Sponsor	Notes
Europe	European Charlemagne Youth Prize	European Parliament	Young people who have contributed towards the process of European integration^[76]
Europe	Solidar Silver Rose Award	Solidar Foundation	Individuals and organisations whose outstanding work is fuelled by vision and tireless commitment and whose achievements have contributed greatly to the struggle for a just and civil society^[77]
Austria	Austrian Holocaust Memorial Award	Austrian Service Abroad	Person or an institution, which has shown special endeavors for the memory of the Holocaust^[78]
Belgium	King Baudouin International Development Prize	King Baudouin Foundation	Outstanding contributions to development in Africa, initiated and led by Africans^[79]
Czech Republic	Via Bona Award	Via Foundation	Exemplary philanthropy of companies and individuals who have a history of strong support of the work of non-profit organizations in the Czech Republic.^[80]
France	Prix Blumenthal	Fondation Franco-américaine Florence Blumenthal	Discover young French artists, aid them financially, and in the process draw the United States and France closer together through the arts.^[81]
Germany	Charlemagne Prize	City of Aachen	Work done in the service of European unification^[82]
Germany	Hanns Martin Schleyer Prize	Hanns Martin Schleyer Foundation	Outstanding contributions to consolidating and strengthening the foundations of a community based on the principle of individual freedom.^[83]
Germany	Herder Prize	Alfred Toepfer Stiftung F.V.S.	Promotion of art and scientific relations in Central and Southeastern Europe
Germany	John Rabe Award	John Rabe Communication Centre	People who have worked in a special way on their own history, for international understanding and peace in the relationship with China^[84]
Germany	Steiger Award	Genesis	International award for accomplishment based in Bochum, Germany
Luxembourg	Vision for Europe Award	Edmond Israel Foundation	For outstanding achievements in taking Europe into the future
Norway	Thorolf Rafto Memorial Prize	Rafto Foundation for Human Rights	Independent voices that due to oppressive and corrupt regimes are not always heard^[85]^[86]
Russia	Awards of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of Russia	Ministry of Emergency Situations (Russia)	Various categories
Sweden	Edelstam Prize	Harald Edelstam Foundation	Outstanding contributions and exceptional courage in standing up for one's beliefs in the Defence of Human Rights^[87]
Sweden	Olof Palme Prize	Olof Palme Memorial Fund	Outstanding achievement in the spirit of Olof Palme^[88]
Sweden	Per Anger Prize	Swedish Government	For humanitarian work and initiatives in the name of democracy^[89]
Sweden	Right Livelihood Award	Right Livelihood Award Foundation	Those offering practical and exemplary answers to the most urgent challenges facing us today."^[90]^[91]
United Kingdom	21st Century Leaders Awards	Trade plus Aid	Leaders of popular culture who have sought to use their celebrity to encourage social change^[92]
United Kingdom	Ahimsa Award	Institute of Jainology	Individuals who embody and promote the principles of Ahiṃsā Non-violence^[93]
United Kingdom	Albert Medal	Royal Society of Arts	For distinguished merit in promoting arts, manufactures, and commerce
United Kingdom	Benjamin Franklin Medal	Royal Society of Arts	For Anglo-American cooperation
United Kingdom	British (britain the great)Hero of the Holocaust	Government of the United Kingdom	British citizens who assisted in rescuing victims of the Holocaust^[94]
United Kingdom	Carnegie Hero Fund Trust	Carnegie Hero Fund Trust UK	Individuals who have been injured or financially disadvantaged as a result of undertaking an act of heroism or in fatal cases to provide for the family or other dependants.^[95]
United Kingdom	Diana Memorial Award	Diana Award	Work which young people make to society – especially those who are young ambassadors, young leaders, young humanitarians, fund raisers, environmental campaigners, peer mentors, sports leaders, and those who inspire others^[96]
United Kingdom	Grand Prior's Award	St John Ambulance	Self-motivated and capable young person's ongoing commitment, compassion, and support^[97]
United Kingdom	Grassroot Diplomat Initiative Award	Grassroot Diplomat	Outstanding diplomats and politicians who represent the people's interest at the highest level.^[98]
United Kingdom	Longford Prize	Prison Reform Trust	Organisation or individual working in the field of social or penal reform^[99]^[100]
United Kingdom	Nayef Al-Rodhan Prize	British Academy	Outstanding scholarly contributions to global cultural understanding^[101]
United Kingdom	Queen's Award for Voluntary Service	Department of Culture, Media and Sport	Volunteer work on service, meets a need, supported, recognised and respected for and by the local community.^[102]
United Kingdom	Robert Burns Humanitarian Award	Robert Burns World Federation	Group or individual who has saved, improved or enriched the lives of others or society as a whole, through self-sacrifice, selfless service, hands-on charitable or volunteer work, or other acts^[103]
United Kingdom	St Mungo Prize	St Mungo Prize	Person who has done most to improve and promote the city of Glasgow.^[104]
United Kingdom	Humanitarian Hero of the Year Award	AidEx Awards	The award recognize and celebrate stand-out individuals from the humanitarian aid and development community and showcases the courageous work and dedication that they put into their line of work.^[105]
United Kingdom	World Habitat Awards	Building and Social Housing Foundation	Projects from the Global South as well as the North that provide practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to current housing needs, which are capable of being transferred or adapted for use elsewhere.^[106]

Oceania

Country	Award	Sponsor	Notes
Australia	Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal	Australian honours system	Presented to those who perform humanitarian service in a foreign country, in particular those working in dangerous environments or conditions or during a humanitarian crisis.^[107]

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Phaleristics

Auxiliary science of history and numismatics about orders, decorations, and medals

Distinctions
(Lists)

By conferee

Founts of honour*	States and their national/public/official authorities Dynasties heads of currently or formerly sovereign royal families
Private	Ecclesiastical Organisations Commercial (Self-styled order)

By type

Orders

Titles
(Styles,
Post-nominal)

By function	Grand master Chancellor Treasurer Assessor Bailiff Prior Chaplain Master of ceremonies

Obedience

Society	Peace Intellectual freedom Human rights Law Humanitarianism Politics Volunteer
Culture	Architecture Art Film History Literature Music Philosophy Poetry Theatre

By insignia
(Named after
people)

For wearing
(decorations)

Formal	Collar Grand Cross/Grand Cordon with sash Medal Necklet Medal bar Medal ribbon
Other	Rosette Award pin Lapel pin Collar pin Tie pin Badge Heraldic Pilgrim Epaulette Ribbon Ring Button Campaign Service Shoulder mark