How to nominate
SGHA 2025 nominations closed, and winners have been announced on 20 November 2025.
Congratulations to all SGHA 2025 Winners!
Congratulations to all SGHA 2025 Winners!
Featured: Reef Check Malaysia (2024 winner)
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The Star Golden Hearts Award annually celebrates ten exceptional individuals and organisations nationwide, chosen from hundreds of inspiring nominations for their meaningful societal impact. This year (2025), winners have been announced on 20 November 2025. Thank you for participating in the journey of recognising the unsung heroes!
Unsung heroes who on a personal capacity, or as an organisation (NGOs/ social enterprises/ societies), consistently carry out social efforts that leave a positive impact on Malaysians and help build bridges between different communities.
Efforts carried out should be innovative, with proven tangible impacts, and practise sustainability in its operations.
Unsung heroes who demonstrate admirable values and strong leadership in encouraging social change in communities.
Unsung heroes with a social impact track record of at least 18 months prior to their nomination.
Unsung heroes must be involved in the initiatives, including time, effort and ideas, and not just monetary contribution.
Efforts that help promote sustainable livelihood and improve quality of living through job opportunities, access to market and information, upskilling and training, provision of basic infrastructure etc.
Efforts that ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Efforts that promote protection, preservation, appreciation, and sustainable development for the environment including wildlife, forests, oceans and ultimately the planet.
Efforts that provide wide-ranging support to address the basic needs of vulnerable communities including food aid, shelter, social services and more.
Other social causes that bring about positive impact to Malaysians or for the betterment of society.