2026 Date Coming Soon!
The Valor Awards proudly recognize the courage, dedication, and selflessness of the public safety professionals and volunteers who protect our community every day. Now entering its 14th year in 2026, this signature event brings together regional leaders, law enforcement, and fire & rescue agencies to honor extraordinary acts of bravery and service.
Put your brand in the spotlight while making a lasting impact in our community. Sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Valor Awards are now available, offering valuable visibility, meaningful engagement, and the opportunity to support those who serve—and the future leaders of the Top of Virginia region. Questions or ready to get involved? Contact Kaleigh Fincham at kfincham@regionalchamber.biz.
2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Congratulations to the 2025 Valor Award Recipients:
Unit Citation - Firefighter Colby Anderson, Specialist Tyler Wakeman, Captain David Hupp, Specialist Brandon Holaday, Technician Brittany Driver, Lieutenant John Wright, Specialist Anthony Lafollette, Specialist Kaegan Horvat, Battalion Chief Leslie Hawkins
Unit Citation - Corporal Tom Keller, Officer Dylan Holliday, Officer Sean Lenhoff, Officer Alexandra Warren, Officer Anna Griffin, Officer Gary Hennen, Sergeant Ryan Oravec, Detective Morgan Minor, Detective Jesse Beatty, Detective Adam McCoy, Detective Jared Miller, Detective Jonathan Dixon, Detective Luke Joslin
Lifesaving Award - Corporal Keller, Detective Morgan Minor, Officer Holliday
Lifesaving Award - Deputy Wayne Alsberry, Deputy Sarah Galbraith
Lifesaving Award - Firefighter Andrew Sengstack
Lifesaving Award - Shift Supervisor Michelle Cunningham of Frederick County Public Safety Communications
Lifesaving Award - Deputy Michael Momsen, Communications Officer Jennifer Hardy, Lieutenant Josh Terrell, Specialist Matt Riley, Technician Andrew Plunkett, Captain David Hupp, Firefighter Frederick Biddulph, Specialist Heather Hughes, Volunteer Firefighter Caden Mello
Meritorious Action Awards- Officer Alexandra Warren, Officer Morgan Gilcrest, Officer Anna Griffin
Certificate of Valor - Paramedic Ashley Hoffmann