Nominations Have Closed For 2023

Who do you trust?

Nominate a trusted business for the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics!

Before nominating, please read the following guidelines:

The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics is open to for-profit, 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) non-profit organizations of all sizes.

  • BBB Accreditation is not required;
  • For-profit and 501(c)(6) applicants must have a “B” rating with BBB;
  • 501(c)(3) non-profit applicants must complete the Charitable Standards Evaluation process and meet all BBB Standards for Charity Accountability;
  • Organizations must have been in business for three years;
  • All financial obligations must be met;
  • Government agencies are not eligible to submit an application.


Those who are nominated will be sent information on how to complete a formal entry for the 2023 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics. For specific questions regarding nominating a business please contact Tammy Dankovich at (864) 242-5052 or tammy@upstatesc.bbb.org.