REC is committed to the communities we serve. Every year we award scholarships and grants, as well as participate in over 200 events throughout our service territory, sharing information about electric safety, energy efficiency and more.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

From farmers markets to county fairs you can often see your cooperative in the community making an impact.

THE POWER OF CHANGE

Members can donate to local charities through REC by rounding up their electric bill.

GRANTS

Are you looking for funds to support your local school, nonprofit or emergency services team?

SCHOLARSHIPS

REC helps local high school seniors, trade school, and college students achieve their educational goals through community program scholarships.

YOUTH TOUR

Each year, students from REC’s service territory travel to Washington, D.C., to explore key issues in the electric industry and meet their members of Congress.

REQUEST A SPEAKER

The Cooperative has on staff knowledgeable experts who can speak to groups of all ages about a variety of topics.

REC STORIES

Hanover County Announces "Connect Hanover" Partnership With All Points Broadband, Dominion Energy Virginia and REC

Wednesday | July 28, 2021
REC announces its partnership in the “Connect Hannover” initiative with Hanover County, All Points Broadband and Dominion Energy to make broadband ser...
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Work Underway to Expand Broadband to REC Member-Owners in Louisa

Tuesday | July 13, 2021
Some REC member-owners in Louisa County are one step closer to having access to broadband internet service.
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Prepare Now for Tropical Storm Elsa

Wednesday | July 7, 2021
Heavy rain and wind gusts up to 40 mph could impact much of Virginia beginning Thursday evening and continuing into Friday as Tropical Storm Elsa pass...
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