BBB Cincinnati Torch Awards for Ethics

At the heart of a trustworthy marketplace are leaders creating and running businesses and charities that will transform and enhance the communities they serve. BBB wants to recognize the organizations that are doing things right, creating a community of ethical excellence, and inspiring others to follow their lead.

That’s why the Torch Awards for Ethics honor businesses of all sizes that demonstrate character, culture, customers, and community. The Torch Awards is Greater Cincinnati's premier ethics-centered program — the most prestigious honor BBB can give.

Apply for the 2024 Torch Awards for Ethics

BBB Cincinnati's 2024 Torch Awards for Ethics is now accepting applications.

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About the Awards

The Torch Awards celebrate established businesses and charities that meet the highest standard of ethics and trust among their employees, customers, and local communities, embodying BBB’s mission to advance marketplace trust.

Learn more about eligibility criteria and the judging process.

Application Information

For-profit, 501(c)(3), and 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for the 2024 Torch Awards for Ethics by June 12, 2024.

2023 Torch Awards for Ethics Winners

Meet last year’s Torch Awards winners, a class of businesses and nonprofits that have character-driven leaders, positive workplace cultures, and high-impact community involvement.

Meet Past Winners

Guests begin finding their seats for the 2023 Torch and Spark Awards show in Cincinnati Art Museum’s Great Hall.

An Illuminating Night to Remember

The winning organizations were unveiled live onstage at the 2023 Torch Awards for Ethics and Spark Awards Gala on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Cincinnati Art Museum.

2023 Awards Gala Recap