🧡 Fernando Awards Foundation — Youth Volunteer Program Award & Fernando Awards Foundation Gala Dinner

📅 Date: Friday, November 3, 2023

💵 $1,500 Grant

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📍 Location: Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles

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Honoring Service and Community Leadership

Once Upon A Teen was also recognized by the Fernando Awards Foundation, receiving a $1,500 grant through its Youth Volunteer Program. This award honors our dedication to teen wellness, community leadership, and volunteerism across the San Fernando Valley and beyond.

The Fernando Awards Foundation celebrates individuals and organizations that exemplify outstanding volunteerism and leadership across the San Fernando Valley.

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Our Mission in Action

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering young people to lead with empathy, compassion, and purpose. The grant enables Once Upon A Teen to continue expanding our programs — from school-based wellness circles to service projects that foster resilience and connection.

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💛 “When teens lead with empathy, they don’t just make a difference — they inspire one.”

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🙏 Thank you to the Fernando Awards Foundation for recognizing and supporting our mission to uplift teen mental health and wellness.

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