Welcome to the Southern Colorado Impact Group's FAQ page. Here, you’ll find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions including what we do, how to get involved and what are the PRISM Awards.
What is the Southern Colorado Impact Group?
The Southern Colorado Impact Group is a community-focused organization dedicated to driving positive change in Southern Colorado through social initiatives, economic development, and environmental sustainability. We aim to empower communities by fostering collaboration, supporting local initiatives, and promoting sustainable growth that benefits individuals and businesses alike.
How can I get involved?
There are many ways to get involved! You can volunteer, donate, attend events, or partner with us on community projects.
What are the PRISM Awards?
The PRISM Awards recognize social entrepreneurs in Southern Colorado who are dedicated to creating lasting social and environmental impact. Since 2017, these awards have celebrated businesses that go beyond profit—championing community involvement, addressing pressing social and environmental challenges, and driving innovative solutions that create meaningful change in the region.
What are the award categories?
Who were the 2025 PRISM Award winners?
What types of events and classes does Southern Colorado Impact Group offer?
We host a variety of events, workshops, and educational programs focused on fostering community engagement and promoting social impact. These may include networking events, business development workshops, and sustainability-focused seminars.
How can I stay updated on upcoming events?
Check out our events page on our website:
https://southerncoloradoimpactgroup.org/events-%26-classes
What is the BBB AI Hub?
The BBB AI Hub is a trusted AI education, training, and consulting center created by the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado to help businesses, nonprofits, educators, students, leaders, and workforce professionals use artificial intelligence confidently and responsibly. The Hub offers learning pathways, classes, certifications, consulting, and practical resources focused on real-world AI adoption.
Why is the BBB AI Hub connected to the Southern Colorado Impact Group?
The BBB AI Hub and the Southern Colorado Impact Group are connected through a shared commitment to trust, innovation, workforce development, and measurable community impact. As AI changes the way people work, learn, serve customers, and make decisions, the Hub helps businesses and nonprofits adopt technology responsibly while strengthening their ability to create positive social and economic impact.
How can the BBB AI Hub help small businesses and nonprofits?
The BBB AI Hub helps small businesses and nonprofits move from confusion or experimentation to practical AI adoption. Through training, consulting, tools, and trusted guidance, organizations can save time, improve workflows, reduce risk, strengthen communication, and use AI in ways that support their mission and long-term impact.
What does it mean to use AI responsibly?
Using AI responsibly means protecting private information, checking AI-generated content for accuracy, being transparent when appropriate, watching for bias, and keeping human judgment in the process. AI should support decision-making, productivity, and creativity without replacing accountability, ethics, or human oversight.
How does the BBB AI Hub support regional workforce development?
The BBB AI Hub supports regional workforce development by helping people build AI literacy, earn credentials, improve job-ready skills, and prepare for the future of work. Through partnerships with business, education, nonprofit, and workforce organizations, the Hub helps strengthen Southern Colorado’s economic resilience and readiness for an AI-powered future.
What is BBB4Good?
BBB4Good is a program that helps businesses become "BBB4Good Verified" by vetting their social good activities through the Better Business Bureau (BBB). This verification empowers consumers to support businesses that reflect their values while helping purpose-driven businesses stand out in the marketplace.
How can I recommend a purpose-driven business?
Our website provides an option to recommend businesses that prioritize social and environmental good.
Where is your organization located?
We are based in Southern Colorado, and our office is located in downtown Colorado Springs at 25 N. Wahsatch Avenue, Sutie 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
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