2025 IMPACT REPORT
The Power of Community
2025 IMPACT REPORT
The Power of Community
Turning Small Change into BIG Impact
Established in 2013, the Cobb EMC Foundation embodies the power of community-driven generosity. Through Operation Round Up, members contribute small amounts that create meaningful change across our five-county service area. Together, we’re addressing critical needs like hunger relief, education, and cultural enrichment.
OPERATION ROUND UP IMPACTS LIVES
2025 IMPACT AT A GLANCE
Your Generosity in Action
$6.00
Average Annual Gift Per Member
$1,060,129
Total Awarded
131
Organizations Supported
to nonprofits in our community since 2013
OPERATION ROUND UP
How Operation Round Up Works
Operation Round Up invites Cobb EMC members to round up their bills to the nearest dollar. While each monthly gift is modest, together these donations form a powerful fund that creates lasting impact. Every cent is thoughtfully allocated to ensure maximum benefit for those who need it most.
OPERATION ROUND UP IMPACTS LIVES
2025 Stories of Impact
Discover how your contributions are transforming lives through the work of local nonprofits.
Bagel Rescue
Reducing Food Waste and Supporting Hunger Relief
Since 2020, Bagel Rescue has turned surplus baked goods into 25,000 meals weekly for those in need.
Laurel’s Edge
Creating Safe, Supportive Homes for Seniors
Laurel’s Edge provides affordable housing for seniors aged 62 and older in Cobb County.
Top Dogg K9
Transforming Lives, One Service Dog at a Time
Top Dogg K9 provides highly trained service dogs to veterans navigating PTSD, anxiety, and other challenges.
Wonderful Days Preschool
Building Brighter Futures for Low-Income Families
Wonderful Days Preschool provides free, high-quality early education to low-income families in Cobb County.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Investing in Tomorrow’s Leaders
Every year, we are proud to award the Cobb EMC Foundation Scholarship to 14 outstanding high school seniors! By providing $5,000 to each recipient, this program delivers a vital financial boost for local students as they pursue higher education and build a brighter future for our community.
Know a student with big goals? This scholarship is open to high school seniors and students entering vocational or technical programs. Encourage them to apply today at cobbemc.com/FoundationEdu!
$700,000
Total Scholarships Awarded Since 2015
14
Scholarships Awarded Annually
Celebrating the 2025 Scholarship Recipients
MEET OUR FOUNDATION BOARD
Guided by Community Leaders
The Cobb EMC Foundation Board, made up of nine dedicated members, ensures that every dollar is used responsibly to maximize community impact.
Front row (L to R): Amy Arra, Heather Trainor, Michele Sutcliffe
Back row (L to R): Marlon Longacre, Wayne Collett, Thomas Beusse, Rocky Holland, Curt Earnest
Not Pictured: Stephanie Valentine
Carley Stephens
Executive Director,
Cobb EMC Foundation
"The Cobb EMC Foundation is more than a source of funding—it’s a partnership with our community. Together, we’re turning hope into positive action, expanding our reach year over year, and building stronger, more resilient communities for generations to come."
Our Members Make Our Mission Possible
We want to send a heartfelt thank you to every Cobb EMC member who participates in Operation Round Up. By rounding up your monthly bills, you provide the vital support to create a massive, life-changing impact for our neighbors.