The Fred Hollows Humanity Award

Every little  step can bring unexpected and positive changes to the community! Since The Fred Hollows Foundation began working in Hong Kong 10 years ago, it has recognized more than 3,500 students from Primary 3 to Primary 6 through The Humanity Award, (in conjunction with our offices in Australia and New Zealand). The award encourages and promotes action-based behaviors or projects that bring love and care, demonstrate a spirit of helping others, and collaborate with others to bring about change.

About the Fred Hollows Humanity Award

Small Steps, Big Impact: 10 Years of Changing Lives

Professor Fred Hollows, founder of The Fred Hollows Foundation, believed in “the basic attribute of mankind is to look after each other”. The Humanity Award, first launched in Australia in 2012 and introduced to Hong Kong in 2017, is one of the flagship activities of The Foundation in Hong Kong. The award carries on Professor Hollows' belief, encouraging students to turnput the idea of doing good into action within their communities. We firmly believe that creating space for children to care for and give back to the community amid their busy academic lives is crucial for their personal growth. 

Learn about the awarded projects: 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024

Who can join? 

Students in Primary 3 to Primary 6 studying in Hong Kong, or aged 8-12 years old, are eligible to participate. Schools and parents are welcome to nominate students, and there is no limit on the number of nominations per school.

Applications Closed for 2025

What information is required for entering? 

Participants should complete the registration form and describe their actions over the previous year. Extra attention will be paid to the submission of any related materials, such as photos. Students are welcome to submit applications individually or as a team; however, all applications will be processed together and divided into different categories.

What are the judging criteria? 

Projects must demonstrate at least one or more of the core values of The Fred Hollows Foundation. These values include:

	The Fred Hollows Eye Health Ambassador: Advocate or organise eye -related projects to raise awareness about eye health among people of different age groups.
	Ambassador of Integrity: Stand up for what’s right, and work alongside the poorest and most marginalised communities.
	Ambassador of Collaboration: Celebrate teamwork which brings positive change to people in need.
	Ambassador of Action: Proactively seek opportunities to identify and address issues within the local community and make a positive impact.
	Ambassador of Resourceful: Promote inclusivity and support diversity in their community. To maintain a positive outlook in the face of setbacks.
	Ambassador of Empowerment Help people to help themselves.

Judges will also consider the proactivity and overall design of the project, as well as whether the project demonstrates any innovative elements.

DJ ChuFun teaches you how to apply Humanity Award! (Only in Traditional Chinese)

How are students and schools recognized?

No act of kindness is too small! All participants will receive a Fred Hollows Humanity Award Certificate to recognise their positive impacts. To honor projects that are exceptionally inspiring to the community, the following awards will be presented, and awarded students will receive a trophy, medal, and/or certificate. The School of The Eye Health Ambassador and the 5 Ambassadors representing the values of The Fred Hollows Foundation will also receive a talk about eye health:

1 Fred Hollows Eye Health Ambassador

5 Ambassadors in the name of the values of The Fred Hollows Foundation: Integrity, Collaboration, Action, Resourceful & Empowerment

1-2 Junior Ambassador(s)

6 Students of Merits

1 Most Active Participation School

Registration Deadline: April 30, 2025

We sincerely thank the following sponsors for supporting the 2025 Humanity Award.

Applications Closed for 2025

Inquiries:

Phone: 36146240

Email: hkinfo@hollows.org