Welcome! Fernando Awards Official Web Site The Fernando Award is the highest award for volunteerism in the San Fernando Valley and is supported by Valley Chambers of Commerce, civic and philanthropic organizations. Home About the Fernando Awards History  Scholarships News & Events Contact President of the Fernando Award Foundation: Bruce Ackerman President and Chief Executive Office  Economic Alliance of the San Fernando Valley (818) 379-7000 Media Contact: Lois Julien Julien Communications (818) 222-6790