Awarded in recognition of the player who demonstrate the same values as personified by Jim Stynes
Named after former league player, Jim Stynes, in commemoration of his standing in the game, his unwavering service and leadership throughout the community
Presented each year on Brownlow Medal night by the AFL and the Jim Stynes Foundation
First awarded in 2012
The winner receives $20,000 from the AFL and $20,000 from the Jim Stynes Foundation to be donated to the charity or community program of their choice