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
