Operation Round Up Grants (Central Georgia EMC Foundation)

Operation Round Up Grants

Funder: Central Georgia EMC Foundation Inc

Overview: The Operation Round Up program provides grants to nonprofit organizations and community projects within the Central Georgia EMC service area. Grants are funded by CGEMC members who voluntarily round up their monthly electric bills to the nearest dollar, with the difference donated to the foundation.

Funding Focus Areas

Based on awarded grants, the foundation supports:
• Community services and assistance to those in need
• Youth programs and after-school activities
• Faith-based community outreach
• Health and bereavement services
• Arts and cultural programs
• Emergency assistance and disaster relief
• Community infrastructure and events

Geographic Scope

• Central Georgia EMC service area (Butts County, Henry County, Jasper County, and surrounding areas)

Eligible Applicants

• Nonprofit organizations
• Community organizations
• Faith-based organizations
• Educational institutions
• Community development organizations

Recent Grant Awards (Examples)

• God's Kingdom Builders Church of Jesus Christ: $5,000 (2020) - homeless shelter repair
• Rachel's Gift: $5,000 (2020) - bereavement services for infant loss
• CEO Ministry: $5,000 (2019) - Community Christmas Program
• Crosswalk Ministries USA, Inc.: $3,000 (2020) - ARTreach youth program
• Shoes for God's Children: $2,500 (2019) - shoes for children in need
• United in Faith Christian Ministries: $2,500 (2019) - holiday food assistance
• The Monticello-Jasper County Chamber: $2,840 (2019) - portable sound system

Contact Information

For Operation Round Up grant information, inquiries should be directed to Central Georgia EMC:
• Main Address: 923 S. Mulberry Street, Jackson, GA 30233
• Phone: 770-504-7917
• Contact through main website at cgemc.com