BBB Serving Southern Arizona's 2024 Torch Award Winners

Better Business Bureau Serving Southern Arizona (BBB) recognized three high school students as the recipients of the Student Ethics Video Contest Award and six organizations with a 2024 Torch Award on the evening of April 19, 2024, at its annual ceremony presented by South32 and held at Casino Del Sol.

The Southern Arizona BBB Torch Awards celebrates businesses, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs whose business practices and related activities exemplify BBB’s mission and principles to ensure the marketplace remains fair and honorable. The awards focused on three categories: Business Ethics, Nonprofit Ethics, and the Spark Award for millennial entrepreneurs.

Southern Arizona 2024 BBB Torch Award Winners

Desert Diamond Home Inspections

With over a decade of experience serving Tucson and Southern Arizona, we're your trusted partners in ensuring the safety and quality of your home. Our dedicated team offers comprehensive inspections tailored to your needs, from pre-purchase to pre-listing and new construction evaluations. We prioritize transparency and empower you with detailed reports and insights. As local experts, we take pride in serving our community and look forward to assisting you on your home journey.

Business Ethics Category I 

Anchor Wave Digital Marketing Agency

Anchor Wave is a premier digital marketing agency in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in custom web design. With over a decade of experience since their founding in 2003, they've served businesses of all sizes with visually stunning and user-friendly websites. Their team of experts combines creativity, technical know-how, and strategic thinking to deliver innovative web solutions that drive results. Whether you need responsive design, e-commerce solutions, or SEO, Anchor Wave is your trusted partner for all your web design needs.

Business Ethics Category II

OOROO Auto Care

OOROO is on a steadfast mission to revolutionize car care services, one customer at a time. With a firm belief in a simple yet powerful formula, they prioritize exceptional and friendly customer service, alongside transparent pricing and a team of highly trained automotive technicians. Their commitment to providing the best everyday value pricing is unwavering, ensuring that customers receive honest and upfront information about their car's needs and associated costs. At OOROO, transparency is not just a promise—it's a fundamental principle upheld in every interaction.

Business Ethics Category III

Ben's Bells

Ben's Bells is a nonprofit organization based in Tucson, Arizona, dedicated to spreading kindness and fostering community connection through the creation and distribution of ceramic bells. Founded in memory of Ben, a young boy who passed away unexpectedly, Ben's Bells aims to inspire individuals to practice intentional kindness in their daily lives. Through their programs and initiatives, including school-based kindness education and community art projects, Ben's Bells encourages people to recognize the power of kindness in creating positive change. Join the movement and help build a kinder, more compassionate world with Ben's Bells.

Non-Profit Ethics Category - Below $1.5 in Revenue

Junior Achievement of Arizona

Junior Achievement of Arizona (JA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young people to own their economic success. Through hands-on programs in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work readiness, JA prepares students for the real world by teaching them vital skills for success. With a focus on experiential learning and mentorship, JA inspires students to dream big, explore their potential, and become confident, capable leaders of tomorrow. Join JA in shaping a brighter future for Arizona's youth today!

        Non-Profit Ethics Category - Above $1.5 in Revenue    

Azucena Bravo - Mini Poderosas

Azucena Bravo is dedicated to empowering young girls from diverse backgrounds in our community. Through her work, she inspires and uplifts these girls, providing them with the tools and support they need to thrive. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and empowerment, Azucena Bravo is making a meaningful difference in the lives of young girls, helping them realize their full potential and become confident leaders of tomorrow. Join Azucena Bravo in creating a brighter future for our community's youth!

Spark Category