David Lewis Award
presented in September

This award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to substance abuse recovery through successful programs, community education, stigma reduction or client advocacy. David Lewis was a long-term employee of San Mateo County Health. He was the co-founder and president of the Board of Directors of “Free at Last,” a substance abuse treatment and prevention agency in East Palo Alto that seeks to break the cycle of addiction, rebuild families, foster education and economic self sufficiency, and contribute to the health and safety of the community. David was shot and died on June 9, 2010. 

2024 Tony Hoffman Awards

Honoring Family Award
now combined with the Tony Hoffman award above, starting in 2011

The Honoring Family Award recognizes San Mateo County family members or families, including individuals or groups in a supportive family role, for their contributions to improving the lives of families who are impacted by mental illness or behavioral health challenges, or inspiring others by their support of a loved one(s) who is on a path to wellness and recovery. 

Please mail or fax your nomination forms to:
San Mateo County Behavioral Health Commission
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
Attn: Chantae Rochester
2000 Alameda de las Pulgas, Suite 235
San Mateo, CA 94403
Ph: (650) 573-2544
Fax: (650) 573-2841
Email: crochester@smcgov.org