Elton's friend is being recognised for his support of organisations like the Rainforest Foundation, the Carousel of Hope and EJAF, according to a press release issued August 4, 2004.
Sting will be receiving the David Angell Humanitarian Award. It's named for a writer/producer, who died on September 11 with his wife.
The Angells supported a number of charities, particularly those geared toward children.