The National Humanitarian Excellence Award is the highest social award of the country, is presented by the I CAN Foundation. The HEA is a prestigious national tribute that honours individuals and organizations making remarkable contributions in the field of social service, humanitarian efforts, and community upliftment across India.

Instituted by the I CAN Foundation, HEA stands as the highest civilian recognition in the social sector, celebrating those who are silently transforming lives through compassion, courage, and relentless dedication. It serves as a platform to amplify the stories of change-makers, recognize their contributions, and inspire others to follow in their footsteps. Held annually on the auspicious occasion of India’s Independence Day, the HEA ceremony is graced by renowned dignitaries, social leaders, and public figures, offering awardees a truly national stage to be recognised.

Conceptualized as a tribute to modern-day changemakers, HEA 2025 recognises grassroots leaders, social workers, educators, reformers, and NGOs who are building a better India through action—not just intention. The award aligns with the spirit of India’s 78th Independence Day (15th August 2025), paying homage to those who fight for the freedom of others—from poverty, injustice, discrimination, and neglect.

Through a state-wise selection process, HEA honours 5 individuals (male/female) and 1 NGO/organization from each state, offering them a national stage to be recognized for their efforts. It is not only an award, but a movement to inspire compassion, leadership, and social innovation across the country.

The Humanitarian Excellence Award 2025 is open to individuals and organizations across India who have made a significant impact through social work, community service, education, healthcare, environmental efforts, or any form of humanitarian contribution. Whether you are a dedicated social worker, educator, NGO, healthcare volunteer, or grassroots leader—if your work has positively touched lives and inspired change, you are eligible to be considered for this national recognition.

Once the nomination fee of ₹3100/- is submitted and the nominee is selected as an official HEA Awardee, they will be invited to attend the National Award Ceremony in Delhi.

To ensure a premium and dignified experience, selected awardees are required to contribute a nominal hospitality fee of ₹4,800/-, which covers high tea, snacks, recognition kit, premium seating, and access to exclusive networking during the event.

The Event Invitation is for awardee only and for them
there are no additional charges beyond this.

Eligible nominees who are not selected as final awardees will still be honoured with a Certificate of Recognition and Medal from HEA, with no further payment required.

All eligible nominations for the Humanitarian Excellence Award 2025 are carefully assessed by the Management and Advisory Board Members of the I CAN Foundation. The evaluation is conducted with utmost integrity and confidentiality, based on key parameters such as social impact, innovation, dedication, and community influence. This process ensures that only the most deserving individuals and organizations from each state are honoured with this prestigious national recognition.

• Non-Refundable Nomination Fee

  • The nomination fee of ₹3100/- is non-refundable under any circumstances, including withdrawal, disqualification, or non-selection.

• Submission Acceptance

  • Nominations submitted via WhatsApp, email, website, or any other format (including online forms or links) are equally valid and considered official.

  • By submitting a nomination through any of the above mediums, the applicant automatically agrees to all terms, conditions, and the official selection process of HEA 2025.

• No Guarantee of Award

  • Payment of the nomination fee does not guarantee selection for the final award. Final awardees will be selected based on merit and review by the Management and Advisory Board Members of the I CAN Foundation.

• Hospitality Fee for Selected Awardees

  • Only officially selected awardees will be required to pay a nominal hospitality fee of ₹4800/-, which covers event participation benefits including high tea, lunch, recognition kit, and premium seating.

• Certificate & Medal for Eligible Nominees

• All nominees who clear the eligibility round but are not selected for the final award will still be honoured with a Certificate of Recognition and Medal, with no additional fee required.

• Guest Policy

  • The official invitation is strictly for the awardee only.

  • If an awardee wishes to bring an additional guest, a Guest Pass must be purchased separately. Details and cost of the guest pass will be communicated in the official invitation email.

• Final Decision

  • All decisions made by the HEA Selection Committee and the I CAN Foundation Board are final and binding.

• Legal Disclaimer
  
  
• The Organiser (I CAN Foundation) reserves the right to reschedule, postpone, relocate, or cancel the event at its sole discretion in the case of force majeure, public restrictions, or any circumstances beyond the organiser’s control.
• In the event of event cancellation, any nomination and/or hospitality fees paid shall be refunded. However, in case of rescheduling or venue change, no refund shall be provided and the nomination will remain valid for the new event schedule.
• The Organiser shall not be liable for any personal travel, stay, or related expenses incurred by nominees or their guests.
• Nominees are strictly advised not to make any travel or accommodation bookings until they receive the official selection confirmation and invitation letter from the organiser.
• Submission of the nomination form via any platform (Google Form, WhatsApp, email, or website) will be considered as an acceptance of all terms, conditions, and the award process.
• Note: All disputes, if any, shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Jaipur, Rajasthan.