Australia's Kindest Person

Kindness changes everything.

Every day, Australians are making a difference, big or small. Australia’s Kindest Person celebrates these moments and shines a light on the everyday heroes who remind us what community really means.

NOMINATE HERE

Share their  Kindness story

Know someone who deserves recognition for their acts of kindness? Tell us about them and help us celebrate the everyday heroes making Australia a better place.

Kindness Highlights

From quiet gestures to big-hearted moments, kindness is happening everywhere.  Check out a few kindness highlights below, and discover even more uplifting Stories

Beau's Story

Two years ago, Beau Haywood was homeless, addicted, and suicidal. After receiving help, he turned his life around and founded Nourish Street Inc. a grassroots charity providing hundreds of meals, tents, and essentials each week to people experiencing homelessness.

Mic's Story

Mic Ashton started The B52 Project to spread kindness with weekly “love bomb” boxes, small gifts filled with thoughtful items that remind people they’re seen, valued, and cared for.

Steve's Story

After surviving a suicide attempt and losing his stomach and esophagus, Steve Jones found new purpose in helping others. Calling himself “Steve 2.0,” he now runs a marathon every day for a month to raise funds to train crisis line volunteers supporting people in despair.

Live Nominations

Ken from Morwell has nominated Ross

Helena from Pacific Paradise has nominated Angela

Emmy from Sippy Downs has nominated Michelle

Sue from Mackay has nominated Sam

Brett from Fernvale has nominated Luke

Molly from Newcastle just nominated Janice from Dalby!

How the Australia’s Kindest  Person Campaign works

There are 2 phases of the nomination process.

Phase 1

Nominate via website

Share the story of someone who has shown exceptional kindness in your community. Anyone can nominate a deserving individual.

Phase 2

Application Process

Both the nominator and the nominee complete an online application to complete the nomination. Please check your inbox for an email from HumanKind.

The Timeline

Mark your calendar for these key milestones

Entries Open: 
NOW

Entries Close: 
31 JULY 2026

Shortlist Announced:
01 SEP 2026

Winner Announced:
13 NOV 2026

Our Partners in Kindness

 We’re proud to have partners that share our commitment to kindness, connection, and positive impact. Together, we support initiatives that uplift Australians and help create a more caring community.

Our Partnership with Charitabl.

HumanKind has partnered with Charitabl. A commission free way of donating to your favourite charity where 100% of giving goes directly where it’s needed most

What is Australia's Kindest Person?

Australia’s Kindest Person is more than a competition. It’s a national celebration of generosity, compassion, and everyday acts that make our country stronger.

Created by HumanKind, this campaign is part of our mission to restore faith in humanity by telling the stories that need to be told. Because when kindness takes centre stage, it inspires us all.

HumanKind’s Mission.

We exist to spotlight kindness, and spark more of it. Through stories, community, and action, we help Australians see the good that’s already here and join in.