FAQ Page

1. What are the 2025 Community Impact Awards?

The 2025 Community Impact Awards recognize businesses and organizations for their outstanding commitment to community service, celebrating those who use their resources to drive positive change.

2. Who can apply for the awards?

Both for-profit and non-profit organizations are eligible to apply, regardless of size. The awards celebrate companies that engage in meaningful community impact initiatives.

3. What are the key dates for the 2025 awards?

Applications open on October 21, 2024, and must be submitted by January 31, 2025. Winners will be announced in May 2025, with an awards ceremony to follow.

4. How do I apply for the 2025 Community Impact Awards?

You can apply online at Here. You'll need to answer questions about your organization’s community impact efforts and provide supporting documentation.

5. What is the application fee*?

The application fee is based on your organization’s size:

  • Small Businesses (up to 250 employees): $250

  • Medium Businesses (250-999 employees): $500

  • Large Businesses (1,000+ employees): $750
    *For-profit and non-profit organizations pay the same fees based on employee count.

6. What are the award categories?

The 2025 awards include the following categories, with winners also receiving recognition within their respective industries:

  • Small Business (up to 250 employees)

  • Medium Business (250-999 employees)

  • Large Business (1,000+ employees)

7. Is this a national award?

Yes, the Community Impact Awards are a nationally recognized program, celebrating organizations from across the United States for their efforts in making a positive community impact.

8. What is the judging process for the awards?

Applications are reviewed by a panel of experts in corporate social responsibility, nonprofit partnerships, and community engagement. The panel will assess the overall impact, employee engagement, and innovation in your community impact initiatives.

9. What factors do the judges consider?

Judges evaluate applications based on 3 criteria (Check question 16 for further instruction):

  • Overall impact on the community

  • Employee involvement and engagement in initiatives

  • Innovation and sustainability of the programs

10. What are the benefits of winning a Community Impact Award?

Winners receive national recognition, increased employee morale, media coverage, networking opportunities, a PR packet with digital assets to share, and inclusion in the Culture of Good annual report.

11. Are there additional costs after applying?

No, the application fee is the only required cost. However, winners may opt to purchase trophies, awards swag, or other post-award services, if desired.

12. Can non-profit organizations apply?

Yes, non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply. They will be judged based on their community impact efforts just like for-profit organizations.

13. Do for-profit and non-profit organizations compete in the same categories?

For-profit and non-profit organizations are evaluated separately within their respective categories, ensuring fairness.

14. How many awards are given out?

Multiple awards are distributed across the different categories, ensuring that organizations of all sizes and sectors are recognized.

15. What kind of community impact efforts qualify for the award?

Eligible efforts include community service, local partnerships, employee volunteerism, environmental sustainability, health initiatives, education programs, and other activities that create positive, measurable community change.

16. Do we need to submit supporting materials?

Although not required, you are encouraged to provide supporting documents you have such as photos, videos, reports, and testimonials to demonstrate your community impact efforts. Your application will be judged based on your answers to three primary questions: 18, 19, and 20. Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*) Download Application Questions Before Registering

17. Is there a fee for winners to attend the awards ceremony?

The ceremony will be a virtual event, and winners are invited to participate at no additional cost. However, additional premium services like networking event tickets or sponsorships may incur fees.

18. Can we use the award for marketing purposes?

Yes! Winners receive a digital badge that can be used for marketing, website promotion, and internal communications along with a PR packet with digital assets to share to highlight your achievement.

19. What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to submit your application is January 31, 2025. Be sure to complete all required fields and upload any necessary documents before this date.

20. Will the awards ceremony be in-person or virtual?

The 2025 awards ceremony will be a virtual event held in May 2025, making it accessible to participants from all over the country.

21. How do I know if my organization is making a competitive impact?

If your organization has measurable outcomes, sustained employee engagement, innovative programs, and clear community benefits, you are well-positioned for consideration.

22. How do I stay updated on the application process and deadlines?

Visit cultureofgood.com/contact and subscribe to updates to receive reminders and announcements regarding the application process, deadlines, and more.

22. How do I use my applicant portal?

Click here to download the instructions for using the Evalato applicant portal, the software we use to manage applications and the judging process.