Student Programs & Information
Glades Electric Education Foundation, Inc. Scholarships
Glades Electric Educational Foundatio
n, Inc. was formed in 2000 to provide post-high school education financial assistance to students living within the service area of Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc. Since its inception the foundation has awarded scholarships amounting to $449,000.
In 2019, the Foundation awarded seven $4,000 scholarships. Applications are accepted from graduating seniors whose legal permanent residence is served directly by Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc.. Scholarship winners are selected based on academic achievement, leadership, and financial need.
2020 Glades Electric Educational Foundation Scholarship Application (PDF)
Applications are due March 12, 2020 at 5 p.m.
2020 Washington, DC Electric Cooperative Youth Tour for High School Juniors
Each year, all high school juniors in Glades Electric Cooperative’s service territory are eligible to apply for an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, DC. Students chosen will join their peers for a tour of our nation’s capital, meetings with congressional representatives, and educational opportunities. The 2020 Youth Tour will take place June 20-25, 2020. Follow us on Facebook for updates on the 2020 selections.
Applications for the 2020 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour are available here. Applications are due January 13, 2020. Please see the application for additional details.
2020 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour Application (PDF)
Youth Tour Resources
- NRECA Youth Tour Resources
- Sample Questions for Congressional Meetings (PDF)
- Tips for Communicating with Your Representatives and Senators (PDF)
2019 Youth Tour Winners
