Operation Round Up Scholarship

The Operation Round Up Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance for qualified individuals who seek a college, university or technical school education. Operation Round Up is an innovative program providing financial assistance to worthwhile projects in East Central Electric's service area. The organization is funded by participating members of East Central Electric Cooperative who volunteer to have their monthly electric bill rounded up to the nearest dollar. Each participant contributes about $0.50 per month into the Operation Round Up fund.

Award: Twenty $1,000 scholarships are available, payable one time upon providing proof of enrollment and other requested information.

Purpose

Provide financial assistance for qualified individuals seeking a college, university or technical school education.

Eligibility

• Student Status: Entering college freshman
• Member Relationship: Member, spouse, dependent of a member, or child whose guardian is a member of the Cooperative and a participant in Operation Round Up
• Location: High school seniors attending a school within the Cooperative's service area
• Character Requirements: Must possess the qualities of honor, integrity, thrift and good moral character
• Timeline: Must use funds for freshman year immediately following high school senior year, before January 1st (or forfeit the scholarship)

Selection Criteria

The Selection Committee evaluates each student on:

• Grades
• Community, work and school activities
• Awards, honors and achievements
• Educational goals
• Financial need

Contact Information

• Phone: (918) 756-0833
• Office: 2001 S Wood Dr, Okmulgee, OK 74447
• Hours: M-F: 8 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Note: If not currently participating in Operation Round Up, contact the Cooperative at (918) 756-0833 to join.

Application Process

1. Download Application: Download the 2026 Scholarship Application from the website
2. Complete Application: Fill out all required fields
3. Submit: Mail application so it is postmarked by the deadline
4. Submission Address:
   • Lylah Sparks
   • East Central Electric Cooperative
   • P.O. Box 1178
   • Okmulgee, Oklahoma

Required Materials

• Completed application form
• Proof of enrollment (upon award)
• Other requested information as specified by the Selection Committee

Selection Committee: The Scholarship Selection Committee is the Board of Directors of Operation Round Up. All scholarship awards are at the discretion of the Scholarship Selection Committee.