Since 1997, Operation Round Up has provided grants to help organizations and individuals in Bartholomew County REMC’s service territory.
Bartholomew REMC Membership Community Trust, Inc. oversees Operation Round Up, a voluntary initiative, allowing BCREMC members to donate funds to help those in need by rounding up their electric bills to the nearest dollar.
The program’s success relies on members’ support and the dedication of the Bartholomew County REMC Membership Community Fund’s Board of Trustees. The Trustees’ primary duty is to evaluate applications quarterly and determine how to distribute the money best. The next application deadline is June 1 by noon.
Apply online at bcremc.com/member-services/operation-roundup.
In 2023, Operation Round Up grants totaled $26,099 to aid 16 organizations. Funds awarded to date for the program: $955,870!
GIVING BACK
Throughout the year, your pennies raise thousands of dollars to help organizations and individuals with special needs in our community. Approximately 35% of Bartholomew County REMC members contribute to the fund by rounding bills to the nearest dollar. Thank you to those who contribute. If you would like to join, please tell us! The typical contribution amount for the year is $5 to $7.
2023 OPERATION ROUND UP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Gary Dismore, Chair
Tammy Hege, Vice-Chair
Kim Speaker, Secretary/Treasurer
Brett Ferry
Jill Forster
Jason Schroer
Leighton Turner
2023 Grants Awarded
Clay Township Volunteer FD, $1,410 — Chainsaw
BC School Supply Assistance Program, $4,000 — 2023 program assistance
Turning Point, $1,889 — Mulch ($560) and dryer ($1,329)
Humane Society, $1,000 — Feral cat enclosure
Southwest VFD, $1,300 — Two chainsaws
Imagination Library, $500 — Books for kids
Whitecreek Lutheran School, $2,500 — Volleyball net
Ivy Tech Foundation, $500 — Pedal tractor and sled
Family Service, $500 — Therapy resource items
Reins to Recovery, $1,000 — Gutters for ring
Indiana University Columbus, $500 — Food pantry items
Jennings County Coordinating Council, $500 — Food baskets
Community Center of Hope, $500 — Food pantry items
Love Chapel, $6,000 — Food pantry items
Salvation Army, $3,000 — Food pantry items
Columbus East Food Pantry, $1,000 — Food pantry items
