Operation Round Up Supports Community Causes

Recent donations benefit the Putnam County Beef Barn, Brooke's Place, Forged from Cascade FFA Alumni, and North Salem Revitalization.

Hendricks Power Cooperative is proud to announce recent charitable contributions through its Operation Round Up program, continuing its mission to empower and enrich the communities it serves.

Operation Round Up, a member-funded charitable initiative, awarded a $1,500 grant to the Putnam County Beef Barn to replace its cattle tie-outs. This investment will enhance safety for youth exhibitors, volunteers, and livestock while creating a more reliable space for 4-H members to learn and care for their animals. Beyond improving safety, the project reflects Hendricks Power’s ongoing commitment to strengthening rural infrastructure, supporting youth leadership, and investing in the future of agriculture.

To support community wellness, a $1,895 donation was awarded to Brooke’s Place, an ongoing grief support group, covering the cost of one month of its programs. These services, offered at no cost to Hendricks County families, meet twice a month and currently serve approximately 100 participants. Programs include ongoing grief support groups, therapy services, and educational resources for children, teens, young adults, and their caregivers.

Supporting youth development, Forged from Cascade FFA Alumni received $500 to fund youth-focused initiatives, including scholarships, safety equipment, and resources that will benefit students in their agricultural education.

Operation Round Up also awarded a $1,000 grant to North Salem Revitalization to support the construction of a community pickleball court at Town Park, expanding accessible recreational opportunities for local residents. This initiative will help promote physical activity and overall community well-being.

"At Hendricks Power, our commitment to community is at the core of everything we do," said Emily Thomas, Marketing Manager at Hendricks Power. "Whether it’s providing a safe haven through Brooke’s Place, preserving our heritage at the Putnam Co. Beef Barn, cultivating future leaders with Cascade High FFA, or fostering local connection at the North Salem pickleball courts, we are proud to power the people and projects that make our community strong."

For more information about HPC's community efforts or to enroll in Operation Round Up, please visit hendrickspower.com/roundup.