The Shared Value Awards recognise and celebrate organisations that have embraced the philosophy and practise shared value – the strategy of simultaneously creating economic value and driving positive societal change. These awards honour the impact leaders who have integrated social and environmental considerations into their business models, underscoring that the pursuit of purpose not only aligns with profit motive but can be a compelling catalyst in achieving it.

The Shared Value Awards are designed to celebrate the great work being achieved using shared value strategies, regardless of the industry or sector you operate in.

If you are unsure which category, or categories, are appropriate for your award submission, please reach out to us at [email protected] for some support.

Shared Value Innovation

Celebrating transformative business innovation that creates both commercial and societal value

Recognising organisations that demonstrate innovative approaches to creating shared value through transformative products, services, or business models that fundamentally challenge traditional industry practices while delivering measurable business and societal outcomes.

Read more and apply here.

Enhancing the Community

Recognising multi-dimensional approaches to strengthening communities through business activities

Honouring organisations actively working to strengthen the communities in which they operate through diverse approaches—whether addressing social connection, financial wellbeing, environmental resilience, or other community needs—in ways that meaningfully connect with business operations while creating both community and economic value.

Read more and apply here.

Advancing Equity

Promoting inclusivity and breaking down barriers through core business strategies

Recognising organisations committed to advancing equity in all its forms—including economic equity, gender equity, racial equity, disability inclusion, and digital equity—through strategic initiatives core to their business that deliver tangible organisational value while meaningfully contributing to more equitable outcomes.

Read more and apply here.

Climate and Nature Solutions

Leveraging business capabilities to address environmental challenges

Honouring organisations that leverage shared value strategies to address the pressing challenges posed by climate change and biodiversity loss. We seek diverse approaches—from regenerative business models to innovative products and services—that tackle environmental issues while creating business advantage.

Read more and apply here.

Partnerships for Purpose

Building transformative collaborations that leverage complementary strengths

Highlighting strategic, transformative collaborations between businesses, NGOs, and/or governments that drive positive impact on key societal challenges by leveraging each partner’s unique strengths, creating innovative governance structures, and evolving based on shared learning.

Read more and apply here.

Shared Value Investing Award

Integrating societal impact with competitive financial returns

Celebrating investment strategies that deliberately integrate shared value principles at their core, generating positive social and environmental impact alongside market-based financial returns. We recognise diverse approaches—from established institutional investors to innovative impact-focused funds.

Read more and apply here.

Shared Value Bravery Award

Recognising courageous leadership in challenging the status quo

This special category recognises those who are bravely leaning into the critical issues of our times and challenging the status quo. Whether from frontline staff, middle management, or executive leadership—across business, government, or nonprofit sectors—this award celebrates courage in pursuing shared value approaches despite resistance.

Read more and apply here.

• Application Deadline: Friday, 23rd May
• Selection Committee review: Monday, 25 May – Friday, 22 June
• Finalists announced: Monday, 27 June
• Announcement of Winners: Thursday, 31 July

Who should enter

Companies, nonprofits, investors and individuals who can show commitment to creating Shared Value by demonstrating achievements in effectively incorporating social and environmental concerns into their fundamental business strategies.

Entry Fees

Shared Value Project members: $150 / ~ HKD 702
Not-for-profit entries: $150 / ~ HKD 702
Non-member organisations & individuals: $300 / ~ HKD 1400
Additional entries: $100 per entry / ~ HKD 467

How to Nominate / Enter

Click on the links below each category listed above, to complete your application.

A Note on Measurement

Entrants should be able to demonstrate the shared value created – the societal impact and the business value. If the shared value work is in progress, evidence of the progress and/or value sought will be important for judges to see how the initiative is expected to create shared value. See our tips for more information on measuring your impact.

What we’re looking for:

• Examples of where you are solving (or working to solve) societal problems (environmental, social, or both), through profitable business solutions that are core to your organisation’s purpose; or
• Examples of where you are partnering with the private sector to enable business to solve for societal issues, profitably

What we’re not looking for:

• Examples of donations or giving to charitable causes
• Examples of supporting local or community projects, organisations or individuals, where it does not relate to your core business purpose
• Examples of projects that have societal impact which are separate to your core business purpose

Terms and Conditions

Before submitting your application, please refer to the terms and conditions.

Not all profit is created equal, let’s redefine success.

Join us in recognising and celebrating organisations that are leading the way in creating shared value – where purpose and profit converge to build a better world for all.

Sign up for our upcoming Info Session to learn more about the application process and selection criteria on Monday, 14 April at 12:30 – 1:30pm HKT. If you are interested in signing up, please email Rachael at [email protected] and we will send you a link to join the call. Thank you!