Others Award 2023

The Others Award honours an organisation, trust or foundation’s extraordinary spirit of service to ‘others’ and outstanding contributions and support of the work of The Salvation Army in the Australian community.

This year the award has been presented to the following:

Agl

For over 10 years AGL Energy have been supporting the work of The Salvation Army, including the Red Shield Appeal, ‘Light The Way’ Christmas campaign and the 2022 Flood Appeal. Since 2021, AGL and The Salvation Army have entered an ambitious plan together to transform hundreds of TSA-owned premises to solar power, with the net savings directed back into The Salvation Army’s frontline services. On behalf of the thousands of people who have received support and care because of your generosity and commitment, we thank you.

Attwood Marshall Lawyers

Presented to Attwood Marshall Lawyers and Jeffrey Leslie Garrett for 18 years of dedication to The Salvation Army. Attwood Marshall Lawyers help facilitate Community Wills Days and play a role in raising vital funds to support the work of The Salvation Army. They are passionate about being a communityfocused law firm and their ongoing dedication to such causes is a testament to that commitment.

HopgoodGanim Lawyers

Presented to HopgoodGanim Lawyers, recognising their outstanding support of The Salvation Army since 1999. As principal sponsor of the Brisbane Red Shield Appeal launch, HopgoodGanim Lawyers have provided valuable funds to support the event, and shown leadership within the Queensland business community by giving to those in need. The Salvation Army would like to particularly recognise the leadership and dedicated support of outgoing Managing Partner, Bruce Humphrys, Partner Michael Hansel for heading up the Red Shield Appeal Doorknock in Brisbane for many years, and incoming Managing Partner, Luke Mountford, for his continued commitment to this partnership.

Fortescue

Presented to Fortescue for their longstanding support and partnership with The Salvation Army. From inner city Perth right out to the Pilbara region, Fortescue has collaborated with The Salvation Army to address key social issues including domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and addiction. We appreciate the immense investment of time and resources by Fortescue’s people through the Fortescue Heart platform in both corporate volunteering and our Advisory Boards.

Newcastle Permanent Building Society

Presented to Newcastle Permanent Building Society, who for 34 years have held a Christmas appeal for The Salvation Army, encouraging customers, staff and members of the public to donate toys at their 48 branches. This amazing partnership with The Salvation Army has seen the Newcastle Permanent Building Society collect tens of thousands of toys – some 6,000 toys in 2022 – along with many volunteer hours spent at the Salvos warehouse.

Kmart

Presented to Kmart for 35 years of dedicated and loyal service to The Salvation Army. Kmart have worked alongside The Salvation Army to support millions of vulnerable people in our community, particularly at Christmas time. Since 1987, the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal has raised over 10 million gift donations and several million dollars in financial support. Through Kmart’s store networks, suppliers, customers and corporate supporters, Kmart has brought joy to many disadvantaged individuals and families at Christmas time.

The Select Foundation

The Select Foundation are an important partner of The Salvation Army, supporting a number of major projects and programs to improve the lives of Tasmanians. The Select Foundation have helped provide safe and longterm housing for women over 55 experiencing or at risk of homelessness, through their significant contribution to the construction of 21 community housing units in Moonah. The Select Foundation’s philanthropy extends to the Salvos Sleep Out and Red Shield Appeal, supporting social programs across all areas of The Salvation Army’s work. Their support is helping to build healthier and stronger communities.