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Small Change Can Make a Big Difference<\/h2>\n

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Program Basics<\/h2>\n

The Power of Change Program is a community outreach program funded by Ravalli Electric Cooperative (REC) co-op members. Members contribute by rounding up their electric bill payments each month to the nearest dollar. The “change” collected from rounding up bills is used to help fund local organizations in need.<\/p>\n

Power of Change Mission<\/h2>\n

The goal of the Power of Change program is to help local organizations and communities address unmet needs in the areas of youth, education, public safety, health, community and emergency services to name a few.<\/p>\n

Requests for Funding<\/h2>\n

All requests must be made by filling out an application. All applications will be considered. Requests are reviewed by the Power of Change Board on a quarterly basis where funds will be decided and later distributed. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large amount of donation requests our program receives, applicants may only submit a donation request one time within a 12 month time period.<\/p>\n

About<\/h2>\n

Few programs anywhere can boast the life-changing impact that the Power of Change program can make upon the lives of people in Ravalli County.<\/p>\n

To date, other participating cooperative members throughout the nation have given over $50 million back into their communities by simply allowing their monthly electric bills to be rounded-up to the nearest dollar.<\/p>\n

The money generated from participation in programs all over the country has helped communities in many different ways. For example, Emergency Response Agencies have been granted funds to purchase equipment necessary to answer swiftly the call of duty. Youth organizations, such as Boys and Girls Clubs and 4-H, have received grants that have allowed them to buy recreational equipment and supplies for their activities. 100% of the funds collected through this program will be used in support of local organizations in need.<\/p>\n

The way it works is quite simple. If a member\u2019s electric bill is $64.17 and the bill is rounded up to $65, then $0.83 would be allocated to the Power of Change program. There are no costs associated with running the program and 100% of the funds are distributed back into Ravalli County.<\/p>\n

The average yearly donation to Power of Change by a participating member is less than $6. At most, a member will donate $11.88 for the entire year.<\/p>\n

All members will be auto enrolled to start the program. This is a voluntary program however, and members can opt-out at any time by calling the office at (406) 961-3001<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A 5 member volunteer board of directors governs the Power of Change program. This board is made up of REC members and operates independent of the cooperative\u2019s board. The Power of Change board meet quarterly to evaluate applications and decide which organizations will receive funds.<\/p>\n

The Power of Change program is a chance for REC members to help make a difference in their communities for just a few cents each month.<\/p>\n

Application<\/h2>\n

Application Deadline: June 17, 2024<\/p>\n

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large amount of donation requests our program receives, applicants may only submit a donation request one time within a 12 month time period.<\/p>\n\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t

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Power of Change Donation Recipients<\/h2>\n

The following are an example of some of the many donations the program has made:<\/p>\n

Laundry Love Hamilton<\/h3>\n

\"Laundry<\/p>\n

Funds to provide tokens and laundry soap for free laundry service to homeless and low income families in need in the Bitterroot Valley. Laundry Love Hamilton is a\u00a0 non-profit organization that has a mission to offer the homeless and low income individuals an opportunity to wash their laundry and bedding for free at Fast and Fluffy in Hamilton,MT.<\/p>\n

Summit Career Center\"Summit<\/h3>\n

Funds to purchase a new laptop for their Auto\/CAD program, and additional computer desks and chairs for their classrooms. \u00a0Summit Career Center is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help people find and start new careers that will help improve their quality of life. They offer tuition free personal and professional training programs to help people succeed and achieve life long goals and careers.<\/p>\n

Linda Massa Youth Home Hamilton<\/h3>\n

\"Linda<\/p>\n

Funds to purchase new mattresses and toppers for the youth beds. The staff at the youth home care for children who are facing abuse, neglect, emotional trauma and substance abuse problems. The mission<\/strong> of Youth Homes is\u00a0\u201c<\/strong>to help every youth feel safe, have a sense of belonging and find a place to call home.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bitterroot Valley Military Program
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Funds to purchase 2 inflatable rafts to teach water safety, leadership, and teamwork with cadets in training. The\u00a0(BVMP)\u00a0<\/strong>is a veteran staffed program focused on leadership, citizenship through community service, self-discipline, and living a healthy, drug-free lifestyle while developing physical fitness, and essential life skills.<\/p>\n

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