"Small change that changes lives" is the foundation on which the Operation Round Up® program was built. Members who agree to participate allow Berkeley Electric Cooperative to “round up” their monthly electric bill to the next highest dollar. For example, a bill of $55.75 would be rounded up to $56.00 with the additional $0.25 going to the Operation Round Up® fund. Collectively, your generosity equates to about $40,000 a month to aid those in need. More than $1.8 million has been awarded locally since 2014.

All Operation Round Up^® funds stay right here in the Lowcountry. Guidelines for awarding this money address needs such as home repairs and other community services.

How much can I expect to contribute each year?

The amount "rounded-up" on each participating customer's bill averages a total of $6 per year. The monthly billing statement shows how much is being donated each month, along with a year-end statement. The amount contributed to Operation Round Up^® is tax-deductible as tax laws permit.
 

Member Participation

Operation Round Up^® is an opt-out program with all Berkeley Electric Cooperative members being automatically enrolled when they become a member. Members can opt-out at any time by simply contacting their local district office.
 

Guidelines

Operation Round Up^® only provides funding for certain projects. For a list of qualifying and non-qualifying projects covered by the program please click here.
 

To Apply

Operation Round Up^® funds are available for both individuals and organizations. To apply for individual aid please click here or contact your local district office for a hard copy of the application. Organizations can apply online or contact their local district office for a copy of the appropriate application.

Board Members

This fund is administered by the Berkeley Electric Cooperative Trust, a board of volunteer directors made up of community leaders from the three counties served by the Cooperative

For More Information

Contact any local district office for more information or call us at 1-800-327-9615.