Through Operation Round Up®, participating members voluntarily round up their monthly electric bills to the nearest dollar. While the average annual donation is just $6 per member, together these small contributions add up—generating more than $13,000 in community support each month.

Funds from the program are distributed by a nine-member volunteer Board of Directors composed of community leaders from across the service area. The Board meets every other month to review applications and ensure that funds are directed to individuals facing hardships—such as illness, injury, job loss, or house fires—as well as to non-profit organizations providing vital local services.

During their March 20, 2025, meeting, the Board proudly announced the $4 million milestone, a testament to the generosity and compassion of Four County EMC members.

“We are all one unexpected crisis away from needing a helping hand. Although we hope that we never have a need for such assistance; it’s reassuring to know that the members of our communities care about one another enough to contribute to this program,” said Franklin Williams, Chairman of the Four County EMC Board.

This milestone demonstrates the lasting impact of Four County EMC’s commitment to the cooperative principle of Concern for Community—and reminds us that small change truly can change lives.