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.

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

Local Students Represent REC during D.C. Youth Tour

Thursday | June 27, 2024
On Monday, June 17, four high school students set out for Washington, D.C., to represent REC on the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Yo...
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REC Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to 17 Students

Wednesday | June 12, 2024
REC has awarded $20,000 in scholarships to 17 students to help them continue their education or work-force training.  
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The Power of Change: Supporting Seniors, Veterans, Low-Income Residents, among others in need

Tuesday | May 28, 2024
REC believes in giving back to the communities it serves. That’s why it proudly coordinates a program called The Power of Change in which more than 33...
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