Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation

03/09/2026

CCECF Trade-Based Scholarship! Apply Now!!!

Know someone headed into the trades? Welding, diesel mechanics, nursing, HVAC, cosmetology, if there's a vocational or trade path in their future, we want to help get them there.

Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation is offering two $1,000 trade scholarships, and the deadline is March 15. This isn't just for graduating seniors, students 16 to 26 at any stage of their trade journey are encouraged to apply. The application is simple and quick.

A big thank you to the Three Rivers Foundation for their generous grant to make this scholarship possible and supporting our local youth.

Apply or share the link: [https://ccec.coop/trade-scholarship

Deadline: March 15, 2026

10/27/2025

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN through November 18!
The Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation is accepting applications for Bright Ideas Grants - up to $1,500 available for innovative STEAM projects in local classrooms.

Teachers in grades K-12 within Brookings, Gold Beach, Port Orford, Bandon, Coquille, Powers and Myrtle Point school districts are eligible to apply at ccec.coop/bright-ideas.

Spring 2025 grant winners:

Congratulations to the eight projects awarded a total of $7,110.95:

Coquille Valley Elementary's fourth grade class received $259 for "Keeping our brains sharp with Bal-A-Vis-X"

Coquille Valley Elementary's third grade class received $1,163.14 for a 3D printer

Kalmiopsis Elementary's kindergarten class was granted $412 for ladybug science

Myrtle Crest Elementary's fifth grade class received $275.96 for model rockets

Ocean Crest Elementary's fourth grade class received $1,218.85 for 3D printing
Coquille Jr Sr High School grades 5-8 received $1,314 for Lego robotics

Brookings-Harbor High School grades 9-12 earned $1,018 for their project "Go Shakespeare!"

Myrtle Point High School grades 9-12 were granted $1,450 for a career and technical education trade project

Thanks to a generous $10,000 grant from Three Rivers Foundation, we're able to extend funding to even more teachers this year.
Need help with your application? The foundation can assist with completing applications and visit schools to share program information.

For more information, contact Kelsey Bozeman at [email protected] or visit ccecf.org.

09/15/2025

We're excited to announce our annual CCEC and Beacon Broadband food drive is underway! We're accepting donations through October 13 to support local food pantries throughout our community.

The goal is simple: help our local pantries get the food they need for individuals and families who are struggling right now. Every donation stays right here in Coos and Curry County to help our neighbors.

You can drop off non-perishable food items or spare change at any office location. We're also accepting donations online through Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation at www.ccecf.org.

Here's something extra to get excited about: we have 15 Legends Fest tickets to give away to donors in the Gold Beach office. You could win free entry to the event just by donating!

October 13 is the deadline, so mark your calendars. Our community depends on all of us working together!

06/12/2025

We once again extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Three Rivers Foundation for your commitment to supporting youth in Coos and Curry counties. Your generous $10,000 grant to the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation will make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people throughout our communities.

FLORENCE, Ore. - The Three Rivers Foundation has awarded $720,000 in grants to 60 organizations across Oregon. This annual funding supports a range of community services, including emergency services and

06/09/2025

We're deeply grateful to the Three Rivers Foundation for their generous $10,000 grant to the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation! This vital funding will help us expand youth opportunities throughout Coos and Curry counties by supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, expanding high school student scholarships, increasing funding for Bright Ideas Educational grants that bring innovative projects to classrooms, and enhancing our safety outreach programs. Together, we're investing in the bright future of our local youth and communities. For more information about our programs, visit www.ccecf.org.

09/06/2024

The Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation is excited to offer you Financial Peace University, a 9-week course designed to help you take control of your financial future. The sessions will be held virtually on Wednesdays, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, starting September 18, 2024, and will be led by Mark Duvall.

Created by Dave Ramsey, the course covers key topics such as budgeting, saving for emergencies, paying off debt quickly, spending wisely, investing in your future, and living generously. Thanks to the support of the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation, Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative members can participate free of charge through a scholarship.

The program offers practical steps to get you from where you are now to where you’ve always dreamed you could be. Each week, participants will watch a lesson video and then engage in a group discussion to explore the material and share insights.

The Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation is deeply committed to empowering our members, and offering this program reflects our dedication to creating opportunities that improve lives.

We look forward to seeing you (virtually) every week, beginning September 18 at 6:00 pm! Let’s make this your year to achieve financial peace!

Don't miss out! www.ccec.coop/fpu

03/25/2024

The Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation’s Bright Ideas grant application for spring of 2024 is NOW OPEN!

This program is dedicated to empowering educators by providing them with necessary resources to bring their innovative educational visions to life. We are focused on nurturing inventive projects in STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math—that can significantly elevate the quality of education in our region.

To apply for the Bright Ideas Program, please visit the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation's website at https://www.ccec.coop/bright-ideas

The deadline for submitting grant applications for the Bright Ideas Program is April 26, 2024.

03/05/2024

There are only six scholarships!

02/06/2024

Apply for CCECF's Luck of the Draw Scholarship!

Apply for Scholarships and Youth Tour Trip to Washington, D.C.! The deadline for these high school student opportunities is March 17, 2024!

Do you know a young person who will be graduating from high school and starting college, university or trade school in fall 2024? Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative and the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation are excited to offer scholarships to support the educational aspirations of our local youth.

CCEC Youth Scholarship Program:

CCEC has established a youth scholarship program to recognize and reward dedication to education, participation in extracurricular activities and a commitment to community.

The co-op is granting up to six scholarships—each worth $1,000—to eligible candidates. To apply for a scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a dependent of a Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative member.
• Be a high school senior.
• Have plans to enroll for the first time in a college, university or trade school.
• Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Provide transcripts and submit two letters of recommendation.
• Demonstrate volunteer work or employment in the past two years.
• Submit a senior class photo.
• Complete a five-minute video or a 750-word essay on a specified topic.

The application deadline is March 17. Review the essay question and submit an application at www.ccec.coop/scholarships.

Charitable Foundation Luck of the Draw Scholarships:

CCECF is offering up to six Luck of the Draw scholarships to graduating high school seniors who will pursue further education. Recipients are selected randomly from the pool of qualified applicants.

To apply for this scholarship, a student must:
• Be a high school senior.
• Fill out the scholarship application.
• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Participate in at least two civic or volunteer activities.
• Provide transcripts and a letter of recommendation.
• Submit a senior class photo.
• Complete a questionnaire.

The Luck of the Draw scholarship application deadline is March 17. Apply now at www.ccecf.org.

Washington Youth Tour:

Do you know a high school student who will be entering their junior year in August 2024?

High school juniors residing in the CCEC service area—whether attending a local school or being home-schooled—can now apply for an incredible all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., courtesy of CCEC.
CCEC’s Washington, D.C. Youth Tour delegate will proudly represent Oregon and the Northwest, joining more than 1,800 other students from all corners of the United States for this once-in-a lifetime journey.

During the tour, CCEC’s delegates will have the opportunity to:
• Explore renowned historical sites.
• Engage with Oregon’s congressional leaders.
• Develop valuable leadership skills.

The application deadline is March 17. For additional information and to apply, visit www.ccec.coop/youth-tour

For more details about all youth programs, contact Kelsey Bozeman at [email protected].

12/22/2023

Join Financial Peace University Sponsored by the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation!

If you've ever felt like you just can't get in control of your money, you're not alone. You'd be surprised how many people you know are struggling just like you. But it's time for your struggle to end—starting today. Join CCECF's Financial Peace University class at 10:30 AM starting on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at the Chetco Community Library, and learn how you can pay off debt, save more money, and build wealth. Visit https://bit.ly/3RrjAoC to sign up!

10/16/2023

To all the partners and supporters, thank you! Together, we are making a brighter more connected future for all!

10/02/2023

Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative and Beacon Broadband October Food Drive

It's that time of year again, and we're excited to launch our annual October Food Drive in partnership with Beacon Broadband. Together, we're committed to making a difference in our local community and addressing food insecurity.

Last year, your incredible support led to over 3,600 pounds of food donations, benefiting food banks in Brookings, Gold Beach, Port Orford, Coquille, and Myrtle Point.

Here's how you can contribute this October:

Donate Nonperishable Food Items: Drop off canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables, and baby formula at our office locations.

Make a Monetary Contribution: If you can't visit our offices, you can donate directly to food banks through the Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation. Monetary donations help food banks acquire essential items.

Share and Spread the Word: Sharing this post and our mission with your friends and family can make a huge difference. Together, we can reach more people and create a ripple effect of generosity.

Let's come together, share the spirit of giving, and make a positive impact in our community. Your support, whether through donations or sharing this message, helps ensure that families have access to food and a sense of well-being.

Join us in making a difference this October!