Central Electric Cooperative
Central Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility cooperative designated as a 501(c)(12) organization. Based in Redmond, Oregon, the cooperative has provided electric utility services to its members in central Oregon since 1940. It serves approximately 32,611 accounts held by members across a 5,300 square-mile service territory spanning Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson, and parts of Lake, Linn, Wasco, and Grant counties. The organization's electrical system includes 24 substations and 3,833 miles of energized power lines.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$270.4M
+4.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.2M
+38.3% YoY
Grant Count
27
+17.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$45K
+17.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Central Electric Cooperative is dedicated to providing electric power to rural communities at the most affordable price, ensuring sound economics and effective management. The organization prioritizes delivering emission-free power, promoting energy efficiency, and actively engaging in community initiatives while prioritizing member satisfaction and cost-effective services.
The cooperative's primary program area is the distribution of power to rural electric members.
Grantmaking
Central Electric Cooperative makes grants through two primary mechanisms:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Central Electric Cooperative's grantmaking focuses primarily on Oregon and Washington, with emphasis on its seven-county service area in central Oregon.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Revenue: $78,633,354
- Total Expenses: $77,370,413
- Net Income: $1,262,941
- Total Assets: $270,383,184
- Total Liabilities: $92,400,000
- Net Assets: $177,964,088
Revenue Breakdown (2024):
- Program Services: $74,810,632 (95.1%)
- Investment Income: $408,999 (0.5%)
- Rental Property Income: $10,538 (0.0%)
- Other: $403,185 (0.4%)
Staffing: The organization employs 94 staff members.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $270,383,184 | $258,999,374 | $249,796,984 |
| Revenue | $78,633,354 | $72,760,199 | $71,137,265 |
| Expenses | $77,370,413 | $71,314,031 | $65,129,837 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $710,913 | $588,303 | $134,903 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
84 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Just Komfort Heating & Cooling Llc ($618,333), Samuel Long Construction ($78,585), Greensavers Usa Inc ($70,244).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SISTERS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SISTERS, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $19,630 |
| PAHLISCH PURCELL HOLDINGS LLC BEND, WA | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $7,500 |
| QUALITY HEATING INC REDMOND, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $7,000 |
| MT VIEW HEATING INC BEND, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $7,600 |
| COSTCO WHOLESALE CORP ISSAQUAH, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $44,583 |
| TESLA INC DRAPER, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $8,000 |
| SP 260 LIMITED PARTNERSHIP BEND, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $59,917 |
| BEND SURGERY CENTER LLC BEND, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $7,971 |
| SAMUEL LONG CONSTRUCTION REDMOND, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $78,585 |
| CASCADE MEADOW RANCH ASSOCIATION SISTERS, OR | ENERGY EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE | $12,750 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Brad Wilson: President and Chief Executive Officer ($360,660 compensation, 2025)
- Kevin Rohde: Vice President of Operations and Engineering ($202,733 compensation, 2025)
- Shane Morgan: Vice President Finance and Accounting
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDDIE KIP LIGHT | CHAIRMAN | 9 | $37,607 |
| KELLY MCFARLANE | VICE CHAIRMAN | 5 | $23,072 |
| KEN MILTENBERGER | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 5 | $25,181 |
| BOYD KEETON | DIRECTOR | 5 | $36,749 |
| TOM STRAND | DIRECTOR | 5 | $35,572 |
| MARK CHRISTIE | DIRECTOR | 5 | $35,677 |
| BEVERLY CLARNO | DIRECTOR | 5 | $36,012 |
| DAN STEELHAMMER | DIRECTOR | 5 | $15,649 |
| SAM MCKENZIE | DIRECTOR | 5 | $22,699 |
| BRAD WILSON | CEO/PRESIDENT | 57 | $442,736 |
| SHANE MORGAN | VP FINANCE & ACCOUNTING | 55 | $257,280 |
| TODD FEHRENBACHER | SERVICEMAN | 57 | $216,546 |
| CHRIS LAITE | LINEMAN | 57 | $252,823 |
| RYAN DAVIES | VP CUSTOMER & ENERGY SERVI | 55 | $231,209 |
| KEVIN ROHDE | VP OPERATIONS/ENGINEERING | 55 | $225,656 |
| ZACHARY IRZYK | LINEMAN | 57 | $204,566 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Central Community Foundation continues to accept grant applications from individuals and organizations throughout Central's service area. The foundation distributes funds based on grant applications received in its five designated categories.
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What does Central Electric Cooperative fund?
Central Electric Cooperative is dedicated to providing electric power to rural communities at the most affordable price, ensuring sound economics and effective management. The organization prioritizes delivering emission-free power, promoting energy efficiency, and actively engaging in community initiatives while prioritizing member satisfaction and cost-effective services. The cooperative's primary program area is the distribution of power to rural electric members.
How do I apply for a grant from Central Electric Cooperative?
Central Electric Cooperative makes grants through two primary mechanisms: **Direct Grants:** Recent grants made by the organization include: • Habitat For Humanity - Sisters: $19,630 (Energy Efficiency Incentive, 2024) • St Charles Health System: $12,872 (Energy Efficiency Incentive, 2024) • Oregon Empowers Foundation: $10,000 (General Support Veterans, 2024) Total giving in 2024 was $1,528,121. **Central Community Foundation:** Established in 2006, the Central Community Foundation (administere…
Where does Central Electric Cooperative make grants?
Central Electric Cooperative's grantmaking focuses primarily on Oregon and Washington, with emphasis on its seven-county service area in central Oregon.
What size grants does Central Electric Cooperative award?
In 2024, Central Electric Cooperative awarded 27 grants totaling $1.2M — an average of about $45K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Central Electric Cooperative's EIN?
Central Electric Cooperative's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-0137415. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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