Emerging Philanthropy Leadership Award

For an individual who is new to the philanthropic sector (within the last five years) and whose leadership and contribution to the arts is shaping the future of philanthropy and private giving in Australia’s cultural sector.

Emerging Philanthropy Leadership Award Criteria

  1. The nominee’s commitment to the arts has been sustained over the last five years.
  2. The nominee has made a significant impact on the arts with their philanthropy over the last five years.
  3. The nominee is recognised as a leader in changing attitudes towards the value of supporting the arts through personal leadership and advocacy.
  4. The nominee’s impact on the arts is recognised and acknowledged by the philanthropic and arts sectors
Creative Partnerships Emerging Philanthropy Leadership Award Recipients 2021. Photo Nat Rogers

2021 Nick & Sophie Dunstone
2020 Alexandra Burt
2019 Dr Terry Wu
2018 Mark Rubbo OAM & Beau Neilson
2017 Joseph O’Brien
2016 Peter Wilson

View our previous Emerging Philanthropy Leadership Award recipient’s videos for inspiration on your nomination.

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