Alumni
Westfield Local Heroes Alumni
Working together to drive positive impact
Since 2018, Westfield has contributed more than $9.8 million* to 991 community organisations in Australia and New Zealand.
The Westfield Local Heroes program has helped our heroes and finalists achieve their goals faster by offering financial support, promotional opportunities, community recognition and partnerships with local Westfield destinations.
Our Alumni Community
We continue to partner with and support many of our heroes and finalists to strengthen their connections and impact within local communities. Here are some of the ways we connect:
Westfield Community Seminars
Educational seminars and networking events hosted at Westfield centres and online for our alumni and community partners. View our previous seminars below.
Alumni Hub
If you are a former Westfield Local Heroes finalist, join the Alumni Hub Facebook group by contacting us
Westfield Centre Partnerships
Our Westfield destinations partner with alumni in ways most relevant to them including activations, events, provision of services and promotions. If you would like to learn more, reach out to your local Westfield destination or Contact Us
Your 2025 Westfield Local Heroes
125 grants across Australia and New Zealand were awarded in 2025 – totalling $1.24million for community organisations.
The successful recipients represent organisations creating meaningful impact. Their work is diverse and spans across Family and Youth Support, Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Equity, Community Resilience, and Environmental Sustainability.
Read about your 2025 Westfield Local Hero by clicking on your local Westfield destination below:
To discover all Westfield Local Hero alumni since 2018 click here
2026 Westfield Local Hero Nominations
We have received an incredible breadth of nominations for 2026. We are now excitedly reviewing them ahead of announcing our finalists for the Community Vote on 25 August.
Are you interested in nominating someone to be a Westfield Local Hero? To receive a reminder when nominations open again in October 2026, please contact us.
Find out more
Westfield Community Seminar Series
Scaling Up: Knowing When and What to Grow
Filmed 9 March 2026. (35:00)
Tim Hewson (Founder and CEO of Mongrels Men) and Dr Judy Friedlander (Founder and CEO of PlantingSeeds) share practical insights to help strengthen your operations and prepare for sustainable growth.
Funding Your Future - top tips for successful grants & awards writing
Filmed 19 February 2025. (35:00)
Jessie Ballantyne (Founder of The Grants Hub) and Chris Boyle (Chief Visionary Officer at StandbyU Foundation) share their advice and top tips on the importance of understanding key eligibility criteria and how to strengthen your application.
How to approach partnerships and sponsorships
Filmed 30 October 2024. (44:00)
Jason Sotiris (CEO of Supertees) and Lauren McAlister (Head of Social Procurement Services at Social Traders) share their insights and tips on how to build impactful and successful partnerships and sponsorships in your field of work.
