Healthy Teen Network - Outstanding Emerging Program 2009
The Night Ministry received this national award for its work supporting pregnant and parenting homeless teens.

Center On Halsted's Human First Gala 2009
The Night Ministry received the Community Spirit Award for our significant contributions to LGBT causes while promoting diversity in Chicago.

Red Ribbon Awards 2004
The Night Ministry received the Red Ribbon Award for “Effective STD Prevention and Intervention” for our effective delivery of STD prevention and intervention services as a community-based organization.

Alford-Axelson Award for Nonprofit Managerial Excellence, 2002
The Night Ministry was honored for our clear, compelling and well-communicated mission and vision, for our organizational strategy that aligns programs and services to mission and goal, diversified funding model, well-developed fundraising and external relations program, strong sense of integrity throughout organization's culture, shared sense of purpose and value's within organization and among key external constituents.

"Innovation of the Week," July 17, 2002
Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Non-Profit Management recognized The Night Ministry for our Community & Congregational Relations programming, systematically educating and engaging congregations in our work to serve those on Chicago's nighttime streets. Specific recognition went to our effective use of volunteers, performance measurement, and fund development.

Peacemaking Award, 2002
The Night Ministry was honored by The Association for Global New Thought and Unity in Chicago for our work in Chicago communities, creating and sustaining peace.

Heroes de la Communidad, 2001
Antoinette Sanchez, Health Outreach Nurse, was awarded by the Chicago Fire soccer team, a certificate of appreciation for her spirit of dedication and commitment in building a strong foundation for the future of the Hispanic Community in the Chicagoland area.

Telly Award-Winning Video, 2001
The Night Ministry's video, produced by News Broadcast Network, for outstanding non-network and cable TV programming.

WebMD Illuminator Award, 1999
To The Night Ministry for tireless dedication and service through original and courageous grassroots initiatives.

Outstanding Contributions to the Life of the Church of Chicago, 1998
Coordinating Board Award from the Association of Chicago Priests

Award of Excellence, 1997
For HIV/AIDS Services - Prevention/Education
From the Chicago Department of Public Health

Governor's Hometown Award
In recognition of outstanding achievements to make Illinois an ideal state in which to work, live, and conduct business.
1994 for our Open Door Shelter volunteers
1995 for our Health and Outreach Services
1997 for our Health and Outreach Services

Heart of Gold Award, 1995
Presented for the work of The Night Ministry's volunteers from United Way

James Brown IV Award of Excellence for Outstanding Community Service, 1994
From The Chicago Community Trust

Excellence in Architecture Award, 1993
Special Recognition Award for Interior Architecture of Open Door Youth Shelter from AIA Chicago, a Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.