REC is committed to the communities we serve. Every year we award scholarships and grants, as well as participate in over 200 events throughout our service territory, sharing information about electric safety, energy efficiency and more.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

From farmers markets to county fairs you can often see your cooperative in the community making an impact.

THE POWER OF CHANGE

Members can donate to local charities through REC by rounding up their electric bill.

SCHOLARSHIPS

REC helps local high school seniors, trade school, and college students achieve their educational goals through community program scholarships.

YOUTH TOUR

Each year, students from REC’s service territory travel to Washington, D.C., to explore key issues in the electric industry and meet their members of Congress.

REQUEST A SPEAKER

The Cooperative has on staff knowledgeable experts who can speak to groups of all ages about a variety of topics.

REC STORIES

Be Proactive, Be Prepared

Tuesday | June 22, 2021
REC urges members to prepare for potential summer storms.
Read more >

Green Together: REC Implementing Energy Efficiency Program

Tuesday | June 8, 2021
REC will be the first electric cooperative in Virginia to launch an energy efficiency program for member-owners.
Read more >

By the Community, For the Community: Spring 2021 The Power of Change Recipients

Wednesday | May 26, 2021
Due to the generosity of over 27,000 REC member-owners, 14 local organizations were recently awarded grants totaling more than $72,600.
Read more >