FEBRUARY 2026
SPREADING JOY FOR MEMBERS THROUGH COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
2026 MEMBER
EVENTS Every year, Cobb EMC hosts free events for members to learn about the co-op and explore different topics that impact energy efficiency in the home. Save these dates for 2026 to join us with your family! Recycle Day: April 25 Bring your approved unwanted materials and join us for a safe metal and eco-friendly paper recycling day this spring. cobbemc.com/RecycleDay Energy Efficiency Seminar: May 14 Find ways to save energy at home and learn about Cobb EMC incentives to help you save. cobbemc.com/Events Safety Webinar: June 25 Celebrate National Safety Month with Cobb EMC, and learn more tips and tricks on how to keep your family and your home safe. cobbemc.com/Events Annual Meeting: September 12 Join our annual member appreciation event to learn about our progress and ways to save on your electric bill. cobbemc.com/AnnualMeeting
EMPOWERING FUTURES:
Education initiatives that are transforming communities Cobb EMC is committed to educating young minds and illuminating pathways to success. By investing in education, we aim to create opportunities for all students in our service area to succeed and thrive. This is part of what makes us a cooperative, and more than your electric provider. Cobb EMC Youth Leadership Program: This program gives current high school juniors the opportunity to develop leadership and networking skills, learn about their electric cooperative and earn scholarships. Mini-Grants for Teachers: Every year, Cobb EMC sponsors mini-grants for teachers in our service area to help fund special projects for their students. Teachers can apply for mini-grants up to $500 to go towards their projects. In 2026, over $35,000 will be awarded to 75 projects within our five-county area. Partners in Education: Cobb EMC is a Partner at Large serving 150 schools in our service area. Our participation includes co-sponsoring a variety of programs, activities and special events throughout the school year, together with Gas South. These include Cobb and Cherokee County Science Olympiad & Engineering Fairs, STEM essay contests, and more. Literacy Week: Designed to spark students’ passion for reading and writing, this annual program has connected authors with more than 45 schools and impacted more than 245,000 students since its inception in 2010, thanks in part to Cobb EMC’s and Gas South’s sponsorships. Scholarships: In support of furthering education, Cobb EMC currently offers scholarship opportunities for our young student members. As of January 2025, over $1 million has been awarded in scholarships to students. Interested students can learn more and apply for available opportunities at cobbemc.com/EducationOutcomes.