TORCH AWARDS PROGRAM

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Participation in the Torch Awards Program can prove beneficial to the chapter and the members. Many activities that qualify for Torch Awards points are service activities. Such activities take your members out into the community, giving them a positive way to impact the area they live in, as well as provide some publicity for the chapter and Business Professionals of America. Interaction with business leaders, civic organizations and others are some of the many things the program encourages.

This not only translates into Torch Awards points, but also key contact with members of the community. Publicity, contact with business leaders, increased self-confidence, awareness of the importance of service, and activities to add to the résumé and scholarship applications are just a few things that participation in the Torch Awards Program can do for both your chapter and members.

Starting the Torch Awards Program in your chapter can be a little intimidating. There are deadlines to meet and a lengthy resume to fill out. But, with a little organization and some helpful tips, your chapter can be on the road to success quickly. In many cases, chapters are already doing activities that qualify for Torch Awards points.

Completing the Torch Awards résumé submission takes a lot of time. Please plan your time wisely and plan ahead. We encourage you to review the document posted below for a list of common errors that you will want to avoid. If there is anything we can do to help you achieve the recognition you or your student members deserve, please contact us.

All Torch Award résumés must be completed online.

Click here to download the 2026-2027 Torch Awards Handbook (PDF)
Click here for list of Common Torch Awards Errors (PDF)
Click here to log in and submit Torch Awards Resume

For additional information, please contact Michigan BPA Torch Awards Coordinator Jacob Taylor for additional help.

2026-2027 Due Dates

Executive
Local chapter level decides their deadline

Diplomat (reviewed and approved by Michigan BPA)
November 13, 2027

Statesman (reviewed and approved by Michigan BPA)
January 13, 1027

Ambassador (reviewed and approved by National BPA)
Initial review: March 1, 2027
Final submission: March 15, 2027