Operation Round Up

Small Change, Big Impact

Operation Round Up is a voluntary program that allows Capital Electric members to easily contribute to charitable causes right here in our local communities. By simply rounding up your monthly electric bill to the next dollar, you create a powerful, collective fund that strengthens our service area.

Since 1997, the pennies donated through this program have generated thousands of dollars to support rural fire and emergency services, children's programs, community improvements, and neighbors facing unexpected hardships.

Capital Credits

How the Program Works

The concept is simple, automatic, and makes giving effortless:

  • Rounding Up: Each month, your electric bill is rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount. For example, a bill of $74.42 becomes $75.00.
  • The Donation: The extra pennies (in this case, 58 cents) are deposited into the Capital Electric Charitable Trust, Inc.
  • The Maximum Cost: The average contribution per member is only about 50 cents per month, with a maximum annual contribution of $11.88.
  • The Impact: When thousands of members participate, these small amounts combine to form significant funds for local grants.

Grant Funding: Putting Pennies to Work

The funds gathered through Operation Round Up are managed and distributed by an independent five-member Board of Directors for the Charitable Trust. These directors are fellow Capital Electric members who volunteer their time to review applications and determine recipients.

Who Can Apply for Funds?

The Charitable Trust considers applications from two categories:

  1. Organizations: Rural fire and emergency departments, non-profits, school groups, and community improvement projects within the Cooperative's service area.
  2. Individuals or Families: Persons in need facing personal crises, medical expenses, or other unexpected hardships.

Application Deadlines

The Charitable Trust Board meets twice per year to review applications:

  • Spring Review: Applications must be submitted by February 28th.
  • Fall Review: Applications must be submitted by August 31st.

Application for an Organization

Application for an Individual or Family

Join the Movement

You are automatically enrolled in Operation Round Up when you become a Capital Electric member. If you have previously opted out and would like to rejoin this impactful community program:

Call us today at 855-937-1736 and ask to be signed up for Operation Round Up!

Every penny matters. Thank you for helping us strengthen the communities we serve.

Where Your Pennies Go: Operation Round Up in Action

Your small change makes a large, measurable impact right here in Burleigh and Sheridan counties. The generosity of participating members allows the Charitable Trust to award significant funds twice a year, directly supporting local initiatives that strengthen our community.

In the most recent grant cycle (March 2025), a total of $27,500 was awarded to 17 worthy recipients, demonstrating the significant commitment of our member-owners.

Recent Grant Recipients Include:

  • Rebuilding Together
  • Sheridan Memorial Home
  • Wilton Rural Ambulance District
  • Horizon Middle School -Husky Gearbots
  • CPABLE
  • Inspiring Minds
  • Arts for All
  • BIO Girls
  • Freedom Riders
  • Law Enforcement Admin Support
  • Scottish Rite Speech Therapy
  • Women in Law Enforcement Summit
  • Gateway to Science
  • Bismarck Youth Baseball
  • Bismarck Youth Fastpitch Softball
  • Marketplace for Kids
  • 31:8 Project