Good things are happening in West Georgia, and Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative (EMC) is proud to play a part. Because 82% of Members round their electric bill to the next dollar, the Carroll EMC Foundation was able to reinvest $112,659.52 back into the community through Impact Grants.
The annual grant program, which started in 2002, reflects the co-op’s concern for community by supporting service-based projects that make a measurable difference in Members’ lives. This year, 36 charitable groups in Carroll, Haralson, Paulding and Troup counties were recipients of an Impact Grant. Areas of funding included health and human services, arts and culture, civic and community, education, and safety.
“Look for unique and positive ways your organization can make a difference,” said Peppar Head, Carroll EMC Foundation Trustee. “Being a part of the selection process, it excites me to see the different ways our communities are going to be made even better.”
To apply for an Impact Grant, eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must have a vision or project in mind that would enhance the quality of life for communities within the cooperative’s seven-county service territory. A representative must submit an online form that outlines the project and provides a detailed budget.
A complete list of this year’s winners can be found at carrollemc.com/impactgrants.
It is only through Member participation in the Operation Round Up® program that the cooperative is able to award Impact Grants. These funds are kept separate from cooperative revenue and are administered by the Foundation Board of Trustees who allocate the donations. To learn more about the program and be a part of the 82% of Members helping make a difference, contact Carroll EMC at (770) 832-3552.
To see more photos from this year’s Impact Grant recipients, visit Facebook page: facebook.com/CarrollEMC.
