Clay Electric Foundation Grants

The Clay Electric Foundation Grants support charitable and educational initiatives that improve lives in the counties served by Clay Electric Cooperative. Established in 1937, this member-owned organization distributes funds collected through Operation Round Up to eligible applicants operating within these counties. Organizations such as churches, schools, and government entities may apply, but direct applications from for-profit entities or political organizations are not accepted. The Foundation is committed to enhancing community welfare through its funding.

About Clay
Clay Electric Cooperative is an incorporated, member-owned, not-for-profit electric power supplier, democratically organized and controlled by those it serves. Formally organized in 1937, the co-op has traditionally been known for its excellent service. The co-op is also a Touchstone Energy cooperative- a national alliance of local, member-owned electric cooperatives committed to high standards of service.
The Foundation board is governed by nine volunteers - one cooperative member from each of the nine trustee districts. Each Foundation board member will be appointed by Clay Electric Cooperative's Board of Trustees and will serve staggered 3-year terms. The Foundation board reviews grant applications and makes decisions regarding approval and funding levels within the guidelines of the Foundation bylaws.
Foundation board
The Clay Electric Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization set up to represent the members of Clay Electric and the funds collected through Operation Round Up® for charitable purposes. The mission of the Foundation is to distribute money collected from Clay Electric members through Operation Round Up to worthwhile, charitable and educational purposes that will improve lives and respond to immediate needs within the counties where the cooperative provides electric service.

Eligibility

Who is eligible for funding?
To be eligible, you must operate in at least one of the 14 counties that Clay Electric Cooperative serves: Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Flagler, Gilchrist, Lake, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, Union, and Volusia.

Ineligibility

The following do not qualify for funding:
Churches and religious organizations (except for church-affiliated programs when there is a direct community impact involved) Public and private schools and preschools (Foundations and organizations may apply for projects within public and private schools and preschools. No direct applications will be accepted from public or private schools or preschools.)Local, state, or federal governments