The Sumter EMC Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to the Sowega Council on Aging to enhance the lives of individuals with dementia. This grant will fund the purchase of robotic pet companions, providing comfort, companionship, and therapeutic benefits to the clients served by the organization.
Recognizing the unique challenges faced by individuals living with dementia, the Sowega Council on Aging has identified the potential of robotic pet companions to improve their client's quality of life significantly. The Sumter EMC Foundation is committed to supporting initiatives that positively impact the well-being of communities and applauds the Sowega Council on Aging's innovative approach to addressing the needs of individuals with dementia. "We are delighted to award this grant to the Sowega Council on Aging to bring comfort and joy to individuals living with dementia," said Andrea Walker, Chairman of Sumter EMC Foundation. "This grant reflects our commitment to supporting the initiatives that foster well-being and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing unique challenges."
The Sumter EMC Foundation is dedicated to positively impacting the communities in rural southwest Georgia. By providing grants and support to local organizations, the Foundation aims to enhance the quality of life for residents and contribute to the community's overall well-being. The Sumter EMC Foundation was founded in 2003 and is funded by Cooperative members participating in Sumter EMC's Operation Round Up®. Every month, Sumter EMC rounds up the electric bill of participating members to the following whole dollar amount and deposits the difference into an interest-bearing account. The Sumter EMC Foundation's board of trustees administers the funds through grants awarded to local schools and civic and charitable organizations as allowed by the Bylaws. These grants give one hundred percent of the money collected to the community. The Foundation has awarded over $1,300,000 to community organizations in Sumter EMC's service territory.