ST. MARYS, OH — Midwest Electric recently donated $14,950 to west central Ohio charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Community Connection Fund.
Thanks to the 89% of members who round up their electric bill and donate to this fund, Midwest Electric has provided $1,272,194 to 1,062 local charitable causes since 1998.
Auglaize County Historical Society received $750 to purchase QR code technology. Wapakoneta Fire and EMS were given $1250 to buy a motor for their water rescue boat. Children’s Hometown Holiday was given $1,000 to help fund a special weekend for children in downtown Wapakoneta. Mercy Unlimited received $500 to supply weekend meals for at-risk students. Andrew’s Hope of Allen County received $1,250 to purchase new beds and matresses for the women’s recovery home. The Lima Symphony Orchestra received $1,200 to support the Children’s Concert. Miracle Meal was given $1,000 to purchase necessary items for a meal served at the Auglaize County Fairgrounds. The Delphos Canal Commission received $1,000 to purchase a new high efficiency boiler to heat their buildings.
The Midwest Electric Community Connection Fund is a voluntary charitable program. Participating monthly members round up their electric bills to the nearest dollar. The additional monies are deposited in the fund.
Individuals or organizations can obtain an application by contacting Midwest Electric.
