Vermont Electric Co-op Community Fund
Eligibility
Schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in Vermont Electric Co-op member communities. VEC serves central and northeastern Vermont.
Program Goals
Vermont Electric Co-op's Community Fund returns value to members by funding local education, environment, and community programs. STEM education, energy literacy, and technology programs at VEC member community schools are a strong fit.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications submitted through the Vermont Electric Co-op Community Fund portal. Current deadline: September 30, 2026. Apply at vermontelectric.coop/community-fund.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle. September 30, 2026 deadline. A strong match for VT rural and small-town schools in the VEC service area.
Grant Award Amount
Small individual grants from a total annual pool of $200K+. Individual award amounts are typically a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.
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
- Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
Frequently Asked Questions
Which parts of Vermont does VEC serve?
Central and northeastern Vermont. Check vermontelectric.coop for the service territory map.
When is the deadline?
September 30, 2026.
What is the award range?
Small grants — typically a few hundred to a few thousand dollars from a total annual pool of $200K+.
What types of programs are funded?
Education, environment, and community programs in VEC member communities. STEM and energy literacy programs are a good fit.
How can Forward Education help?
Our Smart Solar Energy Kit is a natural fit for an electric cooperative's education goals. We can help align the program to VEC community fund priorities.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Vermont standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
