Committed to community

At Piedmont Electric, we do more than keep the lights on—we make a difference in the lives of those we serve by helping build a better community. We show our commitment to the communities through a wide range of youth programs and giving opportunities. By empowering our current and future members, we ensure a brighter and stronger future for all. Together, we have the power to make a cooperative difference.

Group photo by the Capital on the Youth Tour

Carolina Friends School student posing by the honey from their beekeeper project.

Student with NC State coach.

Students working with Sphero robots

Luke Thomas Clayton

Student with NC State coach.

Group photo by the Capital on the Youth Tour.

Lauren Behringer

Student with UNC coach.

Rachel Tucker

Bright Ideas Grant Project - history

Youth Tourists posing by the Capital on the Youth Tour.

Grace Dively

Students working with virtual reality goggles

Bright Ideas Grant Project - chicken coop

Bryce Gunter

Rowan Marshall

Students working with Sphero robots

Students in beekeeping equipment

Delaney Grace Anne Schauble

Bright Ideas Grant Project - reading with a Buddy

Bright Ideas education grants

Teachers, principals, counselors and coaches can apply for grants of up to $2,000 for creative classroom projects.

College scholarships

High school seniors planning to continue their education can apply for our $2,000 scholarships.

Sports camp scholarships

Middle school students can apply for a sponsorship to attend the UNC and NC State summer basketball camps.

Youth Tour winners standing in front of the Capital in Washington, D.C.

Youth Tour

High school students can apply to attend the week-long Youth Tour in Washington, D.C.