Dixie Electric recently partnered with CoBank, a mission-based cooperative lender, in their Sharing Success Program. This program allows cooperatives to apply for grants, with CoBank matching the contribution of their customers to the charitable organizations of their choosing. This program enabled Dixie Electric to donate $2,500 to fire councils in Jones, Wayne, Forrest, and Perry counties to be distributed amongst the local volunteer fire departments. These funds will be used to purchase the necessary items that these departments need, such as take-off gear, fire suppression equipment, thermal imaging cameras, and education and training materials.
Dixie Electric’s mission is to power communities and empower lives. Dixie Electric values volunteerism, and much of its time is spent giving back to its communities through fundraisers, economic development, blood drives, and volunteering at local nonprofit organizations and community events.
Volunteerism is also a value of first responders. Volunteer first responders help their fellow citizens in times of need and serve their communities to make a difference. Volunteer firefighters are a vital part of our first responders. They freely serve their community with dedication and enthusiasm and gain valuable and rewarding experience in the process. Volunteer firefighters are called upon day or night to respond to instances such as fire suppression, emergency medical aid, and community education.
Electric cooperatives are deeply rooted in the communities they serve and are committed to making their communities better places to live, work, and play. In the same way, we are grateful for organizations, such as volunteer first responders, who serve their communities through volunteerism.
