BBB Education Foundation

Southeast Texas Torch Awards for Business honors organizations that demonstrate excellence in the marketplace, a higher level of character and a commitment to community. Awarded in 4 categories: micro-small, small, medium and large business. 

This award is given to business leaders 35 years and younger AND/OR owners of any age that have been operating for less than 3 years,  that demonstrate a higher level of character, generating a culture that is authentic about its mission, and connect with community. 

The scholarship program awards seniors in high school who personify high ethics demonstrated through leadership, overall personal integrity, and academic history a $2500 scholarship.

Better Business Bureau’s annual Torch Awards for Ethics honor organizations and individuals that demonstrate excellence in the marketplace, a higher level of character and a commitment to community. The evening recognizes the honorees of Torch for Business, Spark and Student of Integrity. The event consists of entertainment, awards program, dinner and more each year!

The TX BBB PWC is presented by BBB Serving Southeast Texas and the BBB Education Foundation. We successfully launched in 2019 with a half day conference that included a guest speaker, luncheon, Woman of Integrity recognitions, panel and a vendor/resource expo. Our 2022 conference takes place October 20-21 at Ford Park. Registration open now!

A one-day, conference where industry, business, education, and nonprofits unite to create a dynamic, transformational experience for ready leaders of today and the next generation of leaders for tomorrow!