awards & accolades
long island power list
June 26th, 2024
Lou Bernardi is named to the Long Island Press, Long Island Power List
40 Under forty award
October 13th, 2023
The Forty Under 40 awards are given annually to 40 local business leaders under the age of 40 for their career achievements and community involvement. Winners are chosen by a panel of past recipients who weigh equally business successes and civic/philanthropic activities.
Feast of San Gennaro Grand Procession
September 14th, 2024
98th Anniversary Feast of San Gennaro Grand Procession “Guest of Honor”
COJEP recognition
August 19th, 2023
Lou Bernardi being recognized at the International Convention by COJEP, the International Council of Justice Equality and Peace by Ambassador Hugues Sanon, a permanent resident for International Relations at the United Nations.
Nassau County Police Department Certificate of Appreciation
June 3rd, 2023
"Lou Bernardi with Nassau County Police PBA Trustee John Bilello honoring Lou with a Nassau County Police Department Certificate of Appreciation after organizing and volunteering for a free inner city youth baseball clinic in Roosevelt, Long Island NY."
Symbols of the universe honor
April 2nd, 2023
Being presented the “Symbols of the Universe” honor at the 2023 World Leader Summit for Peace. The award is given to those who value philanthropy and humanitarian efforts and do so with integrity.
the Global Humanitarian Leadership Award
April 1st, 2023
Being presented a 2023 Global Humanitarian Leadership Award from the Federation of World Peace by Ambassador Hugues Sanon at the 2023 World Leader Summit of Peace in Manhatten NY.
"Global Peace & Humanitarian Award is presented to honour individuals and organizations in various fields whose exemplary efforts have significantly improved the lives of others and consistently contributed in promoting a culture of Peace and humanitarian services."
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~Global PH Awards
THE PRESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD
March 5th, 2023
"The President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is the premier volunteer awards program, encouraging citizens to live a life of service through presidential gratitude and national recognition. Presidential recognition sets you apart from your peers. It is a tremendous honor."
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~Presidential Service Awards
the Global Humanitarian Leadership Award
January 29th, 2023
Lou Bernardi being honored by NFL Super Bowl Champion Gary Brown as an inaugural honoree at the Gary Brown Dream 68 Foundation Gala.
new york state baseball hall of fame proclamation
December 21st, 2022
New York State Assembly women, Gina Sillitti, and Town Councilman, Peter Zuckerman, honoring Lou Bernardi with a Proclamation from the NY State Assembly, and the Town of North Hempstead for his recent induction into the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame
new york state baseball hall of fame citation
December 19th, 2022
Nassau County Legislator, Mazi Philip, honoring Lou Bernardi with a Citation for his induction into the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame.
The Power of inspiration award
June 24th, 2021
Lou Bernardi being presented the United States Merchant Marine Academy “Power of Inspiration” award by athletic director Kristofer Schnatz.
Mark J Paradiso Service Award
June 17th, 2022
Being presented the “Mark J Paradiso Service Award” by United States Merchant Marine Academy Athletic Director Kristofer Schnatz
great neck police certificate of appreciation
June 13th, 2022
Lou Bernardi receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from the Great Neck Police Activity League for his assistance with several community initiatives
town of huntington proclamation
June 4th, 2022
Being honored with a Town of Huntington Proclamation by Councilman asap Ferro for supplying free equipment to baseball players in Huntington Station and supporting their urban youth development programs.
Nassau county police certificate of appreciation
June 4th, 2022
Being presented a certificate of appreciation from Nassau County Police Trustee John Bilello for his contribution to the PAL and inner city community development
Community Leadership award
May 13th, 2022
Being presented a Chapters Community Support Service “Community Leadership Award” by Founder Steve Vaccaro
marine corps certificate of appreication
January 13th, 2022
Being presented a certificate of appreciation from members of the United States Marine Corps for his involvement with the annual Toys for Tots Drive
Axcess baseball community service award
November 13th, 2021
Being presented the Axcess Baseball “Community Service Award”
Glen Cove Police Department plaque of appreciation
August 23rd, 2021
Being presented a plaque of appreciation from Glen Cove Police Department PBA President Ryan Nardone for his support of the police department
Nassau county citation
May 21st, 2021
Lou Bernardi being presented a Citation for his work in the community by Nassau County Legislator Josh Lafazan
National institute of leadership honorary membership
April 21st, 2021
Lou Bernardi receives an honorary membership to the National Institute of Leadership and Success and is the Keynote speaker for the event
Glen Cove City Certificate of appreciation
November 5th, 2020
Lou Bernardi being issued a certificate of appreciation from Glen Cove City Councilwomen Marsha Silverman for his involvement with a thanksgiving food drive during the Covid pandemic
Nassau county police department plaque of appreciation
October 15th, 2020
Lou Bernardi being presented a plaque of appreciation by Nassau County Police Department PBA President James McDermott for his support of all first responders and the law enforcement community