How Small Change Creates Big Impact

Members round up bills or donate monthly. Twice a year, 100% of grants are awarded to local nonprofits.(Deadlines: Aug. 10 & Feb. 10)
Over $118,000 awarded to 38 organizations in the spring of 2025.

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Highland Food Pantry

Highland Food Pantry

 

George Washington Carver Agriculture Research Center

George Washington Carver Agriculture Research Center

 

Hero's Bridge

Hero's Bridge

 

Walkerton Fire Dept

Walkerton Community Fire Association

 

Caroline YMCA

Caroline Family YMCA

REC STORIES

Funding Available to Nonprofits Through REC’s The Power of Change

Wednesday | January 14, 2026
REC invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding from The Power of Change. The deadline to apply for the spring 2026 grant period is Feb. 10.
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John Hewa Asks Regional Leaders for Continued Partnership and Action to Prepare for Virginia’s Energy Future

Monday | January 12, 2026
President and CEO John Hewa continues to engage local leaders in taking action to ensure Virginia’s energy future.
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Girl Power Camp Brings Co-op Careers to Life for Teens

Wednesday | January 7, 2026
Jaylin Margerum is a high school senior who plans to make trades a career. Girl Power Camp practically sold her on it. Margerum was one of 49 young wo...
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