KREMC Operation Round Up Fund

Kosciusko REMC encourages its members to “round up” their electric bills to the nearest whole dollar. The extra cents are deposited into the Kosciusko REMC Operation Round Up Fund, which supports a variety of charitable causes in communities served by Kosciusko REMC. Applications are due on February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1.  Decisions are made based on the Decision Timeline shown below.

HOW TO APPLY

Grant seekers should review the KREMC Operation Round Up Grant Guidelines prior to starting the grant application process.

To access the grant application portal, click the button below. The first time you apply, the Community Foundation staff will need to create a user login for you.  Please reach out to us for assistance.

Grant seekers are required to contact Alex Hall (alex@kcfoundation.org), vice president of programs, to set up a time to discuss your proposal prior to submitting a formal application online.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

  • IRS Determination Letter (required for 501c3 organizations)
  • List of board members with city/town of residence
  • List of staff members with city/town of residence
  • Financial documents*
  • Completed Authorization Signature Form
    Download the Fillable PDF Version or Word Document

What financial documents should I include with my application?

Your organization’s most recently submitted 990 is preferred. If that is not available, please attach financial documents such as a Statement of Activities and Statement of Financial Position. Examples of both documents are below.

FORMS FOR GRANT RECIPIENTS

Payment request forms should be submitted through the online grant portal after the grant has been approved.

DECISION TIMELINE

Weeks 1-3 after application deadline: Staff reviews applications that have been received for eligibility and completion.  Staff may follow up with applicant with any clarifying questions that the KREMC Operation Round Up Committee may have.

Weeks 4-5 after deadline: Committee receives applications to review and meets to make recommendations.

Week 6 after deadline: Letters are mailed within one week of the KREMC Operation Round Up Committee’s decision to notify applicants.  A grant agreement is included with the letter for approved requests.