Torch Award
The Torch Awards celebrate local businesses dedicated to building trust through ethical practices with their staff, the community, their approach to marketing, and within their industry.
Washington-Centerville Public Library is a 2026 Torch Award Winner!
On May 12, 2026, Washington-Centerville Public Library won the Torch Award for Ethics given by the Better Business Bureau of Greater Dayton.
We are honored to be recognized as an organization that lives its values. Serving this supportive community is a privilege, and we hope you are all proud of how we represent you.
Our staff is the true embodiment of this award.
Their expertise, their compassion, and their commitment to serving others are what make our organization exceptional.
Our recent patron survey made that abundantly clear. The community told us—loudly and consistently—that what they value most is the personal service and deep knowledge our staff brings to every interaction. That kind of trust isn't built overnight. It's earned through thousands of moments of kindness, patience, and professionalism.
Character has always been the foundation of our work. The recognition we received reflects not only what we do, but how we choose to do it—guided by integrity, by the way we treat our customers, by the culture we've built together, and by the respect we show the community we serve.
At a moment when library funding faces real challenges, being recognized for ethics and responsible stewardship carries even greater meaning. Coupled with our 4‐star state rating for financial responsibility, it reinforces our commitment to protecting the essential role libraries play and the value they bring to every person who walks through our doors.
