BBB Arkansas Education Foundation

Committed to providing marketplace resources for businesses and consumers

The BBB of Arkansas Education Foundation is the 501(c)(3) non-profit extension of the BBB Serving Arkansas. It plays a crucial role in fostering a community of trustworthy businesses in the state. We accomplish this through various programs and events designed to provide a roadmap for organizations. The foundation is also committed to consumer education through all stages of life. Our wide range of outreach initiatives underscores the BBB Education Foundation's mission to be a leading force in advancing marketplace trust by providing education to consumers and promoting ethical business practices​.

Business awards

BBB Torch and Spark awards are the premiere ethics-based awards in Arkansas available to for-profit businesses of all sizes. You know you do business the right way. Why not be recognized for it?

For students and educators

BBB equips students to be empowered for life as savvy consumers and ethical entrepreneurs through tailored educational content and BBB's Student Video Contest.

The Better Business Podcast

The Better Business Podcast brings together the brightest minds in the Arkansas business scene to discuss in-demand topics to build Better Businesses.

Donations and sponsors

BBB educational programming is powered by the support of the local business community through sponsorships and donations. 

Our board

Meet the team behind the progamming and governance of BBB's Education Foundation.

Our impact

See how we're making a difference! Dive into the details with a look at our annual reports, stats and 990's. 

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Request a speaker

BBB representatives are available to speak to your group on a variety of topics including scam avoidance, business topics, ethics and more!

Our sponsors

BBB's Education Foundation is funded by generous sponsors. We encourage you to learn more about the local businesses that donate time and dollars to better the Arkansas marketplace! Interested in supporting the mission of  BBB's Education Foundation? Learn more about your options!