
Get your tickets now and plan to join us as we celebrate outstanding Italian Americans in the community for the 2024 year. Nominations for the Class of 2024 have closed. See you at the event!
Sons and Daughters of Italy Denver Lodge 2975
5925 W. 32nd Ave.
Wheat Ridge, CO 80212
5:30-10:00pm
The Bravo! Awards & Gala is open to anyone interested in celebrating the Italian American lifestyle, culture and the outstanding accomplishments of Italian Americans in Colorado. The event is a great opportunity to connect and network with the Italian American community in a fun, celebratory environment.
The Bravo! Awards & Gala includes:
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Charcuterie Tray at each table
Mixed Greens Salad with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, dried cranberries and Italian Dressing
Stuffed Shells with Red Sauce
Chicken Piccata - Cutlets sautéed and topped with white wine, lemon, and caper sauce. (GF)
Potatoes seasoned and roasted till golden brown, sprinkled with Pecorino Romano cheese.
Roasted Asparagus
Dessert Bar - Cannoli & Cheesecake Bites
Frank DeAngelis was a staff member at Columbine High School in the Jeffco School District in Littleton, Colorado, since 1979. He Started as a Social Studies teacher and filled the roles of Head Baseball Coach, Assistant Football Coach, Dean of Students, and Assistant Principal, before becoming the Principal in 1996.
Frank is a Colorado native, completing his K-12 education in Denver-area schools attending Mt. Carmel Elementary School and graduated from Ranum High School, proceeding to graduate from Metropolitan State College and subsequently from the University of Colorado with a Master's Degree in Secondary Education and Social Studies, his Principal's License and Master's Degree from the University of Phoenix. Frank has been involved in numerous professional activities and associations and serves on multiple non-profit boards. He retired in June of 2014 after 35 years at Columbine High School. He is presently serving as a consultant for safety and emergency management for the Jeffco School District in Colorado and continues speaking engagements in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Caruso Family Charities and the Caruso family are near and dear to Frank's heart, and he is proud to serve on the CFC Board as Director, on the Outreach Fundraising Committee, Scholarship Committee and Strategic Planning Committee.
An Italian American who has exhibited the qualities of the Italian American lifestyle and culture. This individual has contributed to the Italian American community in a meaningful way.
NOMINATIONS CLOSED
An Italian American individual who has volunteered
their time or expertise to the Italian community or to further a worthy non-profit cause in the state of Colorado.
NOMINATIONS CLOSED
An active member in the Colorado business community in good standing with the Better Business Bureau and has demonstrated exemplary business practices. The business should promote the Italian Culture or if a non-Italian business, the business owner should be Italian American.
NOMINATIONS CLOSED
An Italian American (ages 18-45) who has exhibited the qualities of the Italian American lifestyle, culture, volunteerism or business savvy. This individual has contributed to the Italian American community in a meaningful way and has a bright "rising star" future in the Italian American community.
NOMINATIONS CLOSED
JOIN US as at the next Bravo! Awards & Gala on March 8, 2025 to celebrate the Italian American community.
Celebrate with friends! Includes a reserved table with 8 admission tickets, dinner and open bar. (beer and wine)
Support the Bravo! Awards - Several sponsor categories available, each with benefits that celebrate and recognize our sponsoring partners. Contact Gina to learn more! ACCEPTING SPONSOR APPLICATIONS NOW-CHECK OUT BRAVO! SPONSORSHIP PACKET BELOW!
Bravo! Class of 2023
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Elisa (Sicuranza) Heitman
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Dr. John Giardino
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Polidori Sausage
Melodie and Steve Polidori
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John Naccarato
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Italians of America Red Lion Run
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Dolce Sicilia Italian Bakery
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Carl's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
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Spero Winery
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Cafe' Jordano
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Ferrari
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Automezzi Colorado Celebration of Italian Motoring
Special recognition and honor for a steadfast spirit and outstanding achievements was given to Janet Lombardi at the 2024 Bravo's for her many years of service to the Italian American community.
A special honor was presented to Jerry and Karen Caruso for their work with Caruso Family Charities.
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Patrick Lubrano
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Sal Siraguse
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Heidi's Brooklyn Deli
Heidi Bendiksen-Naples
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Tami LoSasso
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Chad Povich
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Vinnola's Italian Market
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Pietra's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
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Valente's Italian Market
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Balistreri Vineyards
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Parisi Pizzeria & Trattoria
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Rick Chinisci
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St. Rocco's Feast - Potenza Lodge
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