Darlene House has received these awards and recognition:
- Women in Communications of Detroit Headliner of the Year for 2000 (Highest Honor for a Member)
- Alabama A & M University Alumni Association – Detroit Renaissance Chapter Communicator of the Year for 1999 (Not Alumnae Award)
- Women in Communications Great Lakes Region Communications Competition Writing Award of Merit
- Order of the Eastern Star – Prince Hall Grand Chapter, Michigan Jurisdiction, Worthy Matron (President) of the Year for Redeemerette Chapter #54 leadership in 2012 - 2013.
- Listed in Personalities of America and several Who’s Who editions
- Featured in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals