Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

$5,000

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
March 1, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

  • Students interested in attending trade, vocational, or technical school

Other requirements

  • Must be an active OTEC member or dependent/tenant of an OTEC member

Overview

Geographic Scope: Baker, Grant, Harney, and Union counties in Eastern Oregon

Award: $5,000 scholarship

Focus Areas: Trade, vocational, and technical school programs for in-demand, well-paying trades

Eligibility:

  • Students interested in attending trade, vocational, or technical school
  • Must be an active OTEC member or dependent/tenant of an OTEC member

Program Details:

  • For in-demand and well-paying trade careers
  • Multiple awards available each year
  • Selection based on application, letters of recommendation, academic performance, and community/club involvement
  • Students interested in lineworker training at schools other than APEX Elite Line Academy should apply for this scholarship

Funding Source: Donations and unclaimed capital credits

Contact:

  • OTEC Member Foundation
  • Phone: 541-663-2117
  • Email: memberfoundation@otec.coop
  • Website: otec.coop/scholarships

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Visit otec.coop/scholarships
  2. Click the "Apply" button for the Trade School Scholarship
  3. Create a username and log in
  4. Complete the online application
  5. Application will be saved and you can view progress

Required Materials:

  • Letters of recommendation
  • Academic performance records
  • Community or club involvement documentation
  • Information about trade/vocational/technical school program

Selection Criteria:

  • Academic performance
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Community or club involvement

What Oregon Trail Electric Consumers Cooperative Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
2
Total given
$292K
Median grant
$146K
Range
$28K–$263K
  • By dollars: Oregon 100%. Top recipient cities: Baker City, OR; La Grande, OR.

Example grants

  • Otec Member Foundation · Baker City, OR

    Community scholarships & donations

    $263K

  • Community Connections · La Grande, OR

    Low income energy assistance

    $28K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

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