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Operation Round Up
Operation Round Up® is a Wright-Hennepin program that has been transforming spare change into meaningful support for our community since 1994. Since its beginning, this incredible initiative has donated over $5.4 million in the towns we live and work in. By rounding up your electric bill to the next dollar, you're helping fund vital services, programs, and projects that strengthen our communities.
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How It Works
Participating in Operation Round Up is easy. As a Wright-Hennepin member, your electric bill is automatically rounded up to the next whole dollar each month. For example, if your bill is $74.75, it will be rounded up to $75.00, with the additional 25 cents going directly into the Operation Round Up trust fund. The average monthly contribution is typically just 50 cents, adding up to around $6.00 per year – a small amount for each individual, but a significant collective contribution. These rounded-up amounts are tax-deductible, and the total contributed is clearly displayed on your monthly electric statement.
Who Receives Funding
The funds collected through Operation Round Up are placed into a trust, which is overseen by a dedicated, independent board appointed by Wright-Hennepin's Board of Directors. This board carefully evaluates funding requests on a quarterly basis, ensuring donations support eligible programs that demonstrate a clear need and provide direct benefit to the overall community.
Operation Round Up proudly supports a wide range of organizations and projects, including:
- Local non-profit organizations
- Emergency services (fire departments, ambulance services)
- Schools and educational programs
- Food shelves and community assistance programs
- Youth development initiatives
- Environmental projects
- Community-focused charitable endeavors
Our commitment is to charitable giving that strengthens the fabric of our communities and addresses pressing local needs.
Application Guidelines and Deadlines
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Advisory Board
The Operation Round Up trust fund is managed by an independent advisory board appointed by Wright-Hennepin's Board of Directors. This dedicated group of community volunteers is responsible for reviewing all funding requests and making decisions on how the funds are distributed, ensuring they align with the program's charitable mission.
Board Members:
- Ron Zachman, Chair, District 2
- Rose Thelen, District 1
- Sharon Glessing, District 3
- Brenda Moy, District 4
- Connie Erickson, District 5
- Travis Theiss, District 6
- Lindsay Nelson, District 7
- Maribeth Neary, District 8
- Cathrine Leuer, District 9
Your Contribution Options
Your participation in Operation Round Up makes a real difference. Here’s how you’re contributing and how you can manage your involvement.