Recognition & Awards

Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence & Service

Scriptwriters Network’s work has been recognized by civic organizations, industry partners, and nonprofit evaluators for its long-standing commitment to writer education, creative development, and community impact.

These honors reflect the collective efforts of our members, participants, speakers, and volunteers — and our ongoing mission to support writers at every stage of their creative journey.

SWN’s Awards & Melessa Y. Sargent

SWN’s Awards with Lana Mathis, Alicia Cheadle, Jill Narciso & Melessa Y. Sargent

SWN Awards presented 2014–2017 recognizing educational

and community achievements.

A selection of SWN awards celebrating dedication to writers

and the craft of storytelling.

Honors received by SWN and its leadership reflecting years of support

and excellence in the writing community.

Los Angeles Business Hall of Fame – Education Award (2017)

Great Nonprofits Top-Rated Nonprofit Award (2013)

(Award photos taken by Kyle McCrea)

2015 Reno Tahoe International Film Festival — Recognition Plaque

Presented to Scriptwriters Network in appreciation of its support of independent filmmakers and writers.

Selected Honors & Recognition

Under the leadership of President Melessa Y. Sargent, Scriptwriters Network has received numerous awards and honors recognizing its impact in education, nonprofit leadership, and creative development, including:

• Great Nonprofits Top-Rated Nonprofit Award (2013, 2018)
• Los Angeles Award for Education (2014–2017)
• Los Angeles Business Hall of Fame Award – Education (2018–2024)
• Best of Glendale Award – Non-Profit (2019–2020)
• Best of Glendale Business Hall of Fame Award – Non-Profit (2021–2024)
• Official Commendation – Belize Film Commission (2018, 2019)
• Lux Life Magazine – Global Hospitality Award (2019)
• Innovation & Excellence Award (2020)

…along with additional honors, recognitions, and media features over the years.

Beyond SWN, Melessa Y. Sargent serves as a Program Advisor for the Women in Leadership Program at UC Santa Barbara and was listed in the 2022 edition of Marquis Who’s Who of Top Executives.

Recognition That Fuels Our Mission

Each award reinforces the importance of Scriptwriters Network’s work — but our impact is driven by the writers we serve and the community that supports us.

If you believe in accessible education, creative opportunity, and empowering storytellers, we invite you to be part of our continued growth.

Support Scriptwriters Network
Explore Our Programs & Education

Scriptwriters Network is a 2026 Gold Seal of Transparency organization with Candid (GuideStar), reflecting our commitment to accountability, integrity, and impact.