Small Change Saves Lives!
Have you heard about Operation Round Up? Participating in this program can greatly benefit our communities! Every time you pay your electricity bill, you are making a positive impact on those in your COMMUNITY.
- On average, each member's donation equals approximately 50 cents monthly or $6 per year.
- All contributions qualify for tax deductions since Operation Round Up is an acknowledged 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
- Your monthly donations will be itemized on your bill for transparency.
- If desired, you can choose to donate beyond the rounded-up sum.
- You can choose to withdraw from participation at any time.
- Every Operation Round Up fund project is directed towards benefiting the local community and stays local.
In 2001, Nobles Cooperative Electric initiated "Operation Round Up" to provide financial assistance to beneficial projects in the cooperative's service area. This program allows members to donate spare change from their electric bills to support community initiatives.
The majority of our members round up their bills to the nearest dollar every month, contributing an average of 50 cents monthly, with a maximum of $6 per year per participant. This combined contribution aids various local causes such as charities, scholarships, and emergency services within our service territory. As a new member, you are automatically enrolled in Operation Round Up. You may opt out of this program by calling our office at 800-776-0517.
Over $573,363 has been distributed to local organizations to date.
How it Works
The Nobles-Murray Rural Electric Trust receive funding from Operation Round Up® voluntary contributions by Nobles Cooperative Electric members and other available sources, including unclaimed capital credits. The contributions from Operation Round Up primarily support charitable and educational initiatives in the local cooperative area, including emergency energy assistance. Unclaimed capital credits will mainly contribute to school scholarship funds and other educational endeavors.
While there are numerous valuable charitable projects and community needs in our local area, the limited funds necessitate the establishment of priority funding categories, with annual budget allocation ranges for each category.
Our Geographical Emphasis
Our primary aim is to benefit the Cooperative's service area and neighboring regions. However, organizations providing services to residents in our geographic area are eligible for funding consideration, even if they are not based there.
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Operation Round Up distributes funds twice yearly. Submit your application by March 1st or September 1st to be considered.
Before You Begin: What You’ll Need
To complete the application form, please have the following items ready. This will ensure a smoother and faster process:
✅ Financial Documentation
Upload a PDF or image of your organization’s most recent financial statement (typically from the previous year).
✅ Reference Details
You’ll need the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references who can speak to your organization’s work and reputation.
Having these items on hand before you start will help you complete the form in one sitting.