Columbus Corporate Citizenship / Partners in Philanthropy Awards

Overview

The Columbus Corporate Citizenship / Partners in Philanthropy Awards (often branded simply as the Corporate Citizenship Awards) is run by Columbus Business First to recognize Central Ohio companies that demonstrate outstanding corporate philanthropy, community engagement, volunteerism and overall social responsibility. Honorees are typically selected using a data-driven survey on charitable giving and community impact, supplemented by editorial review. Companies pursue it both for reputational benefits in the Columbus business community and as a credible third‑party validation of their civic and philanthropic commitments.

Eligibility Requirements

• Company must operate in Central Ohio and be within Columbus Business First’s coverage area
• Must be nominated by the stated nomination deadline to receive and complete the corporate citizenship survey
• Organizations are evaluated based on philanthropy, community engagement, volunteerism and broader corporate social responsibility practices