Operation Round Up | Co-Mo Electric

ORU Scholarship Applications are OPEN

Every year, Co-Mo Electric Cooperative hands out thousands of dollars in college scholarships through its Co-Mo Cares’ Operation Round Up fund. The application period each year is from April 1 to May 1.

Scholarship Requirements:

Applicants must permanently reside within Co-Mo Connect Powered by Co-Mo Electric Cooperative's service territory.
Applicant must show evidence of financial need. All financial information must be filled out completely. A copy of your FAFSA Confirmation page (just showing that you have submitted the FASFA) In addition, Item #6 ("Estimated Family Worth") on Page 2 of the scholarship application must be completed, otherwise the application will be considered incomplete.
Letter of acceptance for first year college students and high school transcript or college transcript with fall schedule for college students must be attached to your application.
The college transcript does need to be an "official" transcript. If there is a cost involved in obtaining the transcript or fall schedule, printed degree audit is acceptable.
The deadline for applications is May 1, 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Awards will be made at the May board meeting and applicants will be notified of the results by letter. First time recipients will be required to attend a financial seminar on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Co-Mo office in Tipton. Do not apply if you are unable to attend.

LEARN MORE AND APPLY HERE

At Co-Mo Connect, we are always striving to find ways to give back to our community and make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Today, we are excited to introduce you to an easy and powerful way to help contribute to that effort through a program called Operation Round Up!

In the past, this program was only open to our electric members, but you can now participate as a Co-Mo Connect subscriber as well!

What is Operation Round Up?

Operation Round Up is a voluntary program where we “round up” your monthly electric bill to the nearest dollar. For example, if your bill is $74.65, it will be rounded up to $75.00. The extra 35 cents goes directly into a community fund overseen by the Co-Mo Cares Board dedicated to supporting local charitable organizations, emergency services, educational initiatives, community projects, and more.

Why Participate?

Minimal Contribution, Maximum Impact:

On average, the contribution is just 50 cents per month! However, when combined with contributions from other cooperative members, it results in substantial funding for local causes.

Community Support:

Your small change can make a big difference. Funds raised through Operation Round Up help provide vital services and support to those in need within our community.

Transparency and Accountability:

Every penny collected goes back to our community. We provide regular updates on how the funds are being used, so you can see the positive impact your contributions are making.

Signing up for Operation Round Up is simple and takes just a moment!

You can sign up for Operations Round Up in SmartHub!

Log in to SmartHub
- Don’t have SmartHub? Download the free app and sign up today! (https://www.co-mo.coop/access-my-account)
Click on Bill and Pay
Click on Round Up
- Sign up for Operation Round Up!

You can also call our customer services team at 800-781-0157, and we’ll be happy to assist you!

Real Stories, Real Impact:

Thanks to members and subscribers like you, Operation Round Up has provided $693,838.32 in scholarships, $752,130.43 to charitable organizations, and $655,629.43 to individuals and families in need in our community since the start of the program back in the 90s!

A recent example of these funds going to worthy causes in the community happened just last year when The Co-Mo Cares board of trustees gave $3,000 to enGAGE Mobility’s effort to help a family local to Tipton get a much-needed wheelchair van!

Together, we can create a ripple effect of generosity and support that reaches far and wide in our community. Join us in making a difference – one penny at a time!

How is assistance from Operation Round Up applied for?

Individuals or families can apply for assistance by clicking here.

Organizations or agencies can apply by clicking here.

Anyone seeking help can pick up a form from either of our offices or have one sent to them by mail.

You can also participate in Operation Round Up Plus!

Co-Mo unveiled the Operation Round Up Plus program at its 73rd Annual Meeting in May 2012. Members who would like to give a little bit extra each month above and beyond the “rounded-up” amount (see below) can do so by sending just one email. Email customerservice@co-mo.coop and send your name, Co-Mo account number, address and phone number in the body of an email, along with the amount you would like to donate each month. The recommended amount is $2.

With your help, we can meet the needs of the Co-Mo community.

The Co-Mo Cares Board: