Mississippi · Private State Grant

Operation Round Up Community Grants (MS co-ops)

Funding

Up to $10,000

Grade Focus

K-12 and community

Application Due

Rolling

Level of Gov't

Cooperative — Mississippi Electric Cooperatives

Eligibility

Schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in Mississippi electric cooperative service areas. Multiple MS co-ops run Operation Round Up programs. Check your local cooperative for eligibility and current award ranges.

Program Goals

Operation Round Up distributes funds from electric cooperative member bill round-ups to local schools and community organizations. Education, safety, health, and community programs are typical uses. STEM and technology projects at local MS schools are eligible.

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Application and Distribution

Applications through your local Mississippi electric cooperative. Each co-op administers their own Operation Round Up program. Rolling applications — no fixed statewide deadline. Contact your cooperative for the current process.

Cycle Notes

Rolling cycle. Contact your local Mississippi electric cooperative for their specific application window and deadline. Some co-ops may have semi-annual review cycles.

Grant Award Amount

Up to $10,000 per award depending on the cooperative and program scope. Smaller awards ($500-$2,500) are most common for classroom programs. Larger awards may require demonstrated community impact.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Mississippi cooperatives run Operation Round Up?

Multiple MS electric cooperatives run Operation Round Up programs. Contact your local cooperative to confirm they participate and to get the current application process.

Is the deadline rolling?

Yes — each cooperative sets its own timeline. Contact your local co-op for specific deadlines.

What can the funds buy?

Community and education programs. STEM kits, coding tools, and classroom technology are eligible.

How large are typical awards?

Varies by co-op. Classroom programs typically receive $500-$5,000. Programs with broad community impact may receive up to $10,000.

How can Forward Education help?

We help frame STEM programs as community investments that align with electric cooperative grant priorities — and provide documentation to support your application.

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