Since 1997, Operation Round Up has provided grants to support organizations throughout Bartholomew County REMC’s service territory.

The Bartholomew REMC Membership Community Trust, Inc. oversees Operation Round Up, a voluntary program that allows members to help neighbors in need by rounding up their electric bills to the nearest dollar.

The program’s success depends on the generosity of participating members and the dedication of the Community Fund’s Board of Trustees. Trustees review applications quarterly and determine how funds are distributed to make the greatest local impact.

The next application deadline is June 1 at noon. Apply online at: bcremc.com/member-services/operation-roundup.

OVER 1 MILLION AWARDED SINCE 1997

IN 2025, OPERATION ROUND UP GRANTS TOTALED

$25,538 TO AID 19 ORGANIZATIONS.

FUNDS AWARDED TO DATE FOR THE PROGRAM:

$1,004,891!

Giving back

Throughout the year, your spare change adds up to thousands of dollars that help local organizations with special needs in our community. About 32% of BCREMC members currently participate by rounding their bills up to the nearest dollar.

Thank you to everyone who contributes — your support truly makes a difference. If you’d like to join, just let us know! The typical annual contribution is only $5–$7.

Operation Round Up Board of Trustees

Jason Schroer, CHAIR

Alan Schwenk, VICE CHAIR

Jill Forster, SECRETARY/TREASURER

Lori Embry

Mary Fischer

Roselyn Johnston

Operation Round Up 2025 grants awarded

Children Inc. $2,000, lighting 

BC Humane Society $2,000, surgery equipment 

BC Public Library $1,000, express books 

Love Chapel $2,000, truck with cab 

BC School Supply Asst. Program $1,000, backpack program 

Foundation for Youth, $1,000, dump trailer for youth camp 

BC Sheriff’s Department $1,200, scuba regulators 

Just Friends $1,238, exercise equipment 

Reins to Recovery $1,000, gravel for parking lot 

Turning Point $1,000, info cards and holders 

ABC Stewart School $1,000, gym floor and bleachers 

Sans Souci $3,100, signage 

IU Foundation $500, food pantry 

Jennings Co. Coordinating Council $500, food baskets 

Salvation Army $2,000, food pantry 

Columbus East and North HS Pantry $1,000, food pantry 

Community Center of Hope $500, food pantry 

FOP #89 Youth Program $500, Shop with a Cop 

Love Chapel $3,000, food pantry