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Operation Round Up

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Roughrider Electric Cooperative members have the opportunity to take part in Operation Round Up.

Americans formed electric cooperatives across the nation in the 1940s. Since then, we have dedicated ourselves to improving the quality of life for people in our service area.

One of our successful community service efforts is the Operation Round Up program. Through Operation Round Up, we round up a participating member's electric bills to the next highest dollar. For example, a member's monthly bill of $52.73 would round up to $53.00, with the extra 27 cents going to the Operation Round Up fund. We are able to donate roughly six dollars for each participating member annually. We then give that pool of money to a variety of worthy causes throughout our service area. It totals about $40,000 per year!

The idea for Operation Round Up began at Palmetto Electric Cooperative in Hilton Head, S.C., many years ago. Co-op leaders there saw a need to help communities and started the fund. Hundreds of thousands of dollars have helped many people over the years. And it's all with accumulated "change" on each electric bill.

Operation Round Up is successful because of the generosity of our members. The Operation Round Up foundation board has two directors from each district and one at-large member. They are a seven-member board.

Current Board Members:

  • Randy Becker  (President)

  • Josh Steffan  (Vice President)

  • Ryan Kadrmas  (Secretary)

  • Cheryl Roshau  (Treasurer)

  • Ila Perhus

  • Leilani Meyhoff

  • Jodi Johnson

With 8,000 Roughrider Electric Cooperative members, the money raised makes a big difference. We have distributed $560,000 since inception in 2002. Worthy charities, needy individuals, and service organizations in our service area have all benefited. The foundation board meets twice a year to review applications and disperse funds. Deadlines for applications are July 1 and January 1. Examples include area fire departments, ambulance squads, schools, non-profit projects and other non-political projects.

By just adding up a few cents each month, our consumers can contribute to many worthwhile causes.

We encourage all members to take part in Operation Round Up and see the results your small donation will help generate. By giving a few cents each month, Roughrider Electric Cooperative members are making a big impact. The foundation board, the cooperative board and staff thank you for your participation.

The program is voluntary. Call us, or send an e-mail to info@roughriderelectric.com if you do not want to be a part of this wonderful program.

Would you like to apply for funding?

Online Operation Round Up Application

Operation Roundup Guidelines

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Operation Roundup Application Print Version

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2020 Operation Roundup Recipients

Marketplace of Ideas/Marketplace for Kids, Inc. 
Hill Top Heritage Foundation 
Hopes Landing 
St. Luke’s Home 
Peace Lutheran Church 
Mercer County Ambulance Service 
Richardton-Taylor Public Schools & PAWS 
Pick City Fire Department 
Hope Christian Academy
Mercer County Historical Society 
Stark County Council on Aging Elder Care Home 
Center Community Pool
Western Wellness Fndn/Best Friends Mentoring 
Common Threads Guild
Quilts of Valor Foundation 
Home on the Range
BIO Girls – Hazen/Beulah
Belfield Senior Citizen’s Activity Club 
Twin River Saddle Club Picnic Tables
Injured Military Wildlife Project of ND 
Billing County Rural Fire Department 
Maah Dah Hey Trail Association
Golden Valley Park

Materials for Education Day
Blanket Warmers
Office Desk and Chair
Two Smart Tablets for Residents
Sign and Bench for Community Garden
AC/Heating Unit
Bench and Table for Park
Three SCBA Bottles
Commercial Mixer
Replace Duct Work
Home Delivered Meal Trays
Air Handling Unit
Computer Upgrade Components
Material for Quilts
Material for Quilts
New Workout Equipment
Life Skills Program
Roof Repair
Picnic Tables
Three Veteran Elk Hunts
Purchase of Chains and Chain Saws
Two Benches for Trail
Picnic Tables

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Have you heard of the Cooperative Difference?

Two aspects of a cooperative make us different from other types of utilities.

Roughrider Electric Cooperative members are owners in the cooperative. We exist because of you. We were formed to bring safe and reliable electricity to our members--it's our mission and purpose. And our members elect fellow members to represent them on the board of directors, maintaining democratic control of the cooperative.

We are local. 

When you need to talk to someone simply call or stop in and visit with a Roughrider employee right here in your community.

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    • Electric Heat
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