Giving Thanks for Those Who Give Back
To our Members: On behalf of the over 20 nonprofit organizations that received donations from WCEC’s Charitable Fund, THANK YOU! By rounding up your monthly electricity bill to the nearest dollar, you joined forces to give back over $20,000 this year.
Operation Round Up was adopted by WCEC in 2003 to offer a way for our members to make a big impact in our communities through small, monthly contributions. Here’s how it works: Members voluntarily round up their bills to the nearest dollar, and the extra change goes into the WCEC Charitable Fund. It is then donated to non-profit organizations on the members’ behalf.
Since 2003, our members have donated over $340,000 to local organizations. As you can see at right, these funds help support local children, volunteer fire departments, adult education endeavors, and so much more. For a complete list of 2023 recipients, visit MyWCEC.coop/RoundUp.
Non-profit organizations must apply for funding each year. The application process includes proof of 501(c)3 status and an explanation of how the requested funds serve our communities. Applications for 2024 funding are available now and will be taken through December 31, 2023.
Thank you to all of our members who participate in Operations Round Up. We love that you have a heart for giving. You truly do make a difference!
For more information about Operation Round Up, to opt-in to the program, or to apply for funding, visit MyWCEC.coop/RoundUp or call our office at 979-543-6271.
Charitable Fund Recipients
JUNE-DECEMBER 2023
DANISH HERITAGE SOCIETY is a non-profit organization responsible for maintaining and operating the Danish Heritage Museum in Danevang. The museum is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. Visit danevangtx.org for more information.
LOUISE BEAUTIFICATION is a volunteer organization partnering with the Louise/Hillje Chamber of Commerce to keep the two communities clean, safe, and desirable for current and future residents.
EL CAMPO LADY LIONS is a chartered club for District 254 Lions Charities. The Lady Lions are active in community service projects, donating to other organizations, and awarding scholarships. Visit facebook.com/elcampoladylionsclub for more information.
WHARTON COUNTY YOUTH FAIR promotes educational programs and activities for the benefit of the youth of Wharton County who are interested in agriculture, livestock production, and associated industries. The nonprofit organization maintains the fairgrounds in Crescent, presents the county fair each year, and awards scholarships to local youth. Visit whartoncountyyouthfair.org.
GULF COAST COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES is a nonprofit organization that recruits and trains volunteers to advocate for the best interests of local children as they navigate the foster care system. Gulf Coast CASA serves Wharton and Matagorda counties. Visit gulfcoastcasa.org for more information.
NORTHSIDE EDUCATION CENTER is located at 707 Fahrenthold in El Campo. The center offers continuing education, workforce training, meeting rooms, and a public computer lab. Find out more about the center’s services at northsidecenter.com.
EL CAMPO COMMUNITY EVENTS coordinates a community-wide Thanksgiving meal each year in El Campo. This year will mark the 25th year for the event to be held at the El Campo Civic Center at 2350 N. Mechanic Street.
GARWOOD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT is an all-volunteer department providing fire and EMS services to the Garwood and Nada communities. For more information, email the department at garwoodvfd@gmail.com.
RAINBOW ROOM is a nonprofit organization that assists the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (CPS) by providing clothing, toiletries, and other necessities to children needing their services. The organization also works to provide Christmas gifts for children in foster care during the holidays. For additional information, email cps.wharton.matagorda@gmail.com.
CROSS ROADS HAM RADIO CLUB is a volunteer organization created to train and license new amateur radio operators to grow the current coverage area and maintain existing equipment. This network is meant to provide emergency and disaster recovery communication. For more information, email info@crhrc.org.