Francesca's hard work, formation of the Children's Skin Disease Foundation, establishing Camp Wonder and advocacy for children has been recognized by several organization, some of which are:  In 2002, Francesca received the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Francesca was also named one of America's Top 10 Women to Watch in 2005 by Glamour Magazine and received the Thread of Hope Award by Diablo Magazine in 2005.
Francesca's dedication, her founding of the Children's Skin Disease Foundation, establishment of Camp Wonder, and advocacy for children have been recognized by several organizations.  She was honored in 2002 with the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, named one of America's Top 10 Women to Watch in 2005 by Glamour Magazine, and received the Thread of Hope Award from Diablo Magazine in 2005.