Congressional Medal of Honor Society: Service Act Award — 2025
Every year since 2007, a nationwide search is conducted to select five United States citizens and one organization to receive the Citizen Honors Awards. The Awards are one of the numerous ways the Congressional Medal of Honor Society fulfills its mission to promote the values embodied by the Medal: courage, sacrifice, integrity, commitment, patriotism, and citizenship.
A panel assembled by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society considers all nominations and selects national finalists. Then, a second panel made up exclusively of Medal of Honor Recipients—Americans whose actions have truly defined the words “courage” and “selfless service”—selects individuals and organizations from those finalists to receive the Citizen Honors Awards.
the Rotary Club of Tampa President’s Service Above Self Award – 2026
The Rotary Club of Tampa warmly welcomed our founder, Bryan Stern, as a guest speaker at their first luncheon of the new year—an inspiring way to begin 2026.
It was an honor for Bryan and the entire Grey Bull Rescue family to receive the Rotary Club of Tampa President’s Service Above Self Award, presented by Colonel Rolfe Arnhym (Ret.).
We are deeply appreciative of the continued support of the Rotary Club of Tampa and for exemplifying the values we all share—making a difference together.
Paul D. Adams Award – 2025
Grey Bull Rescue’s Bryan Stern was recently honored with the prestigious Paul D. Adams Award at the AUSA Suncoast Chapter’s 250th Army Birthday Ball. This distinguished recognition highlights Stern’s bravery and humanitarian work. The event took place on June 14, 2025, at the Hilton Tampa Downtown, bringing together highly decorated military leaders, their families, and community supporters.
The Paul D. Adams Award is a testament to Grey Bull Rescue’s commitment to service and sacrifice. Bryan Stern’s award showcases his dedication to making a difference, inspiring others with his selfless work.
City of Bradenton: Proclamation of Recognition by Mayor Gene Brown — 2025
July 23rd 2025
Proclamation from the Mayor/City for Israel, hostage release, and rescuing efforts, during the Iranian missile attacks in Israel.
City of Miami Beach: Grey Bull Rescue Day Proclamation, Issued by Mayor Steven Meiner — 2025
GREY BULL RESCUE DAY -JULY 9th 2025
Grey Bull Rescue was formally recognized for its recent lifesaving rescues in Israel of Floridians. Mayor Meiner presented the team with a formal proclamation in recognition of our efforts and impact during the evacuation of hundreds of Florida residents, many from Miami, during the Iranian missile attacks in Israel.
Salute to American Heroes: Lifetime Achievement Award — 2025
Recognizing extraordinary dedication to rescuing Americans in crisis and his lifelong commitment to serving others.
This celebration brings together seven nonprofit organizations — united in our shared mission to support our heroes, our nation’s military members, and first responders, and to give back to those who give so much.
South Tampa Chamber of Commerce: Small Business Award, Nonprofit — 2025
Our Business of the Year Awards is an opportunity to recognize and honor the remarkable achievements of our member businesses, non-profits, and leaders, that have made significant contributions to the economic and social fabric of South Tampa. It’s a chance for us to come together as a community and celebrate the passion, dedication, and hard work of these outstanding individuals and organizations.
Sue & Jeff Schoenbaum Annual Community Leadership Awards: Maril Jacobs Todah Rabah Award — 2025
Grey Bull Rescue was honored with the 2025 Maril Jacobs Todah Rabah Award at the Sue & Jeff Schoenbaum Annual Community Leadership Awards, presented by Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins. The award recognizes Grey Bull’s life-saving rescue operations in Israel, including the evacuation of 297 Americans in October 2023 and nearly 2,000 Americans during the June 2025 conflict, conducted alongside and supported by Governor Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Collins. Lt. Gov. Collins stood boots on the ground with our team in Israel during the Iranian attack, helping evacuate Americans to safety. Being recognized among long-time supporters, donors, rescuees, and families made this moment especially meaningful. We are grateful to the community whose support makes every mission possible.
Tampa Bay Business & Wealth: Philanthropists of the Year – Distinguished Service Award — 2024
The TBBW (Tampa Bay Business & Wealth) Apogee Awards are an annual awards program that recognizes and celebrates distinguished C-Suite leaders in the Tampa Bay area. These awards honor executives for their contributions to their industries and communities. Nominees are selected based on their leadership, achievements, and positive impact. The Apogee Awards event is a major event that showcases the honorees and winners.
South Tampa Chamber of Commerce: Hurricane Heroes Award — 2025
Our team was honored to be recognized as one of the South Tampa Chamber Hurricane Heroes awardees by the Mayor of Tampa, Jane Castor. We had the opportunity to hang with the Mayor of Tampa and the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce for the 11th Annual Breakfast with the Mayor of Tampa.
Mayor of Castor spoke about growth, disaster management, and recovery within our community and recognized Tampa’s Hurricane response and Hurricane Heroes including Grey Bull Rescue.
South Tampa Chamber of Commerce: HERO Award — 2023
The South Tampa Chamber hosted their Annual Meeting and Awards at the Centre Club on January 13, 2023. The Chamber Introduced a new award, the Hero Award that was given to Bryan Stern.
“Today, we honored Bryan for embodying the true spirit of heroism. His acts of courage are a testament to the power of compassion, empathy, and the relentless pursuit of a better world. As we bestow upon him the Hero Award, let us not only celebrate his accomplishments but also use his example as a catalyst for positive change in our own lives,” said Board Member Rebekah Nault.
Tampa Bay Business & Wealth: Philanthropists of the Year – Volunteer of the Year — 2023
Philanthropists of the Year honors those individuals who lead the way, in Tampa Bay, through philanthropic devotion. These leaders continually set the bar for excellence in community leadership and represent the change-makers we all aspire to be.
