Nominate a trusted business for the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics!
2025 Nominations are OPEN
Torch Award nominations close September 12, 2025.
If you're interested in nominating a business for our Torch Awards for Ethics, encourage them to apply - the deadline is September 19, 2025!
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 2025 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics. For specific questions regarding nominating a business please contact Daniel Johnson at (864) 331-3321 or Daniel@upstatesc.bbb.org.