The Conrad N Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2026 Prize

The Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize is the world’s largest annual humanitarian award presented to nonprofit organizations judged to have made extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering. Following are elements to consider in describing your nominee’s work: Extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering; Significance of the issue(s) the organization is addressing; Established record of achievement in significantly contributing to solution; Demonstration of a compelling programmatic approach to make a lasting impact; Organizational capacity and administrative efficiency to address the issue(s) at hand; Prioritization of diversity, equity and inclusion in strategies, programs and operation; Demonstration of effective partnerships to leverage further impact; Prioritization of evaluating programmatic approach for continual improvement; Impact the Prize would have on the organization and the issue(s) on which the organization focuses.

Nominations are considered year round. For the 2026 prize, nominations can be made until April 2025. Nominations received after April will be considered for the 2027 Prize.