César DePaço has been honored on multiple occasions for his humanitarian efforts and community support.
He has received numerous distinctions, awards, and honors, including various honorary titles awarded by the police and security departments he has supported in the United States, as well as awards for his significant contributions to both American and Portuguese institutions.
Honors and Awards given to César DePaço in the United States
César DePaço shows solidarity with a wide range of causes and organizations in the United States.
In the U.S., his distinctions are largely due to his ongoing contributions to public safety units and humanitarian institutions, primarily through media exposure, donations, and funding.
Honors awarded to César DePaço
César DePaço has received numerous official and honorary nominations from police and public safety departments in the United States over the years.
More than thirty official and honorary titles have been awarded to César DePaço, some in conjunction with his wife, Deanna Padovani-DePaço, as a token of gratitude for their multiple funding actions for police stations and units.
The philanthropist has also made numerous donations of K-9 dogs to canine units and provided funds for the acquisition of new police equipment.
Official and Honorific Titles awarded to César DePaço
U.S. judicial departments have not overlooked the consistent support demonstrated by entrepreneur César DePaço. As a result, several honorary titles have been awarded to him across four different states.
In recognition of his service and constant support, César DePaço has received honors from various American counties and municipalities, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Morris County in New Jersey, awarded in April 2015
- Flagler County in Florida, awarded in August 2016
- Bristol County in Massaschussetts, awarded in January 2017
- Somerset County in New Jersey, awarded in November 2021
- Among others.
César DePaço has also been granted various official and honorary titles within law enforcement, including honorary police officer, commissioner, sheriff, chief of police, and colonel.
These titles were awarded to him as a token of gratitude for the various charitable actions organized by César DePaço. Among others, the following stand out:
- Deland Police Department, awarded in October 2017
- Point Pleasant Beach Police Department, awarded in April 2018
- Holmdel Township Police Department, awarded in August 2018
- Daytona Beach Police Department, awarded in January 2019
- Linwood Police Department, awarded in July 2019
- Beachwood Police Department, awarded in July 2019
- Peapack & Gladstone Police Department, awarded in September 2020
- Hillsborough Township Police Department, awarded in December 2020
- Deptford Township Police Department, awarded in June 2021
In addition to the distinctions awarded to César DePaço and following his support to other entities, such as certain district attorney's offices, he was also honored with the titles of Detective and Colonel:
- Honorary Detective nominated in November 2022, by the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office
- Honorary Colonel nominated in January 2023, by the Brigham City Police Department
Awards prized to César DePaço
César DePaço's charitable actions have also been recognized with several awards, praising his ongoing support to the community.
Leadership Award in Philanthropy
César DePaço was the recipient of the Leadership Award in Philanthropy, an award given to individuals for their philanthropic actions, granted by the António Amaral Foundation in May 2017.
Based in Palm Coast, Florida, the António Amaral Foundation is a non-profit organization established by António Amaral, also of Portuguese descent, who founded the Portuguese community in Palm Coast, where he resides with his family.
The organization's goal is to recognize and support Portuguese communities in Florida and encourage the academic success of students who are Portuguese or of Portuguese descent through scholarships.
Corporate Citizen of the Year Finalist
César DePaço was a finalist candidate for the Entrepreneur of the Year nomination in New Jersey for his contributions and humanitarian efforts through Summit Nutritionals International®.
The entrepreneur's philanthropic record is extensive and well-recognized, whether through monetary donations to local organizations such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Somerset Hills Learning Institute, or by funding the acquisition of police equipment.
His focus on supporting local institutions secured him a place among the finalists for this nomination, awarded annually to individuals and organizations that demonstrate exemplary corporate and social responsibility in the state of New Jersey.
Honors and Awards given to César DePaço in Portugal
César DePaço's philanthropy also extends to his homeland, Portugal. The philanthropist proudly considers himself Portuguese and allocates funds to Portuguese institutions, especially during times of greater need.
For instance, César DePaço financed the repair of two essential vehicles for the Fire Department: the Specific Logistical Support Vehicle for the Alvaiázere Fire Department and the tanker truck for the Carnaxide Fire Department, which supplies water to the population during periods of drought.
Similarly, the Portuguese entrepreneur donated five thousand euros to an Azorean institution that shelters children in need, so they could have a more joyful Christmas.
Gold Medal, Medal of Honor, and the Key to the City of Madalena
Born on the island of Pico in the Azores archipelago, César DePaço was awarded the Gold Medal in July 2017, the second-highest honor bestowed by the Municipality of Madalena, the town of his birth.
The following year, he received the Medal of Honor and the Golden Key of the municipality in recognition of his exceptional achievements that make him "a true example as a citizen."
During the ceremony, César DePaço also made donations to the local philharmonic bands of the Municipality of Madalena and to the Obra Social Madre Maria Clara, an organization that shelters institutionalized and orphaned children. Lastly, he donated five thousand euros to the Madalena Volunteer Firefighters.
These are just a few of the many honors and distinctions awarded to César DePaço, an entrepreneur whose humanitarian and philanthropic actions are an essential part of how he chooses to live his life.