Being recognized for outstanding service to the community at both local and statewide levels exemplifies SVILC's dedication to excellence. The agency's commitment to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities has earned the agency numerous awards including:
- Opportunity Knocks 2007 People's Choice Best Nonprofit to Work for Award
- The California Governor's Committee for Employment of Disabled Persons Distinguished Service Award
- The Community Foundation of Silicon Valley's Courage to Cope Fund Award
- Computer world Smithsonian's Award for the Visionary Use of Information and Technology in the Field of Government and Nonprofit Organizations
- The Laurel Burch Celebration of Courage Award
- The Mile High Classic Champions (for Quad Rugby)
- The Northwest Regional First Place Award (for Quad Rugby)
- The United Way's Agency Star Award
- The United Way's Award of Life
- The United Way's Bronze Circle of Caring Award
- The United Way's Vida Award
- The USQRA Western Sectional Championship Third Place Award (for Quad Rugby)
- WebAward's Non-Profit Standard of Excellence Award