Columbia REA selects two 2024 grant recipients

WALLA WALLA – Columbia REA has chosen two local organizations to receive its More Powerful Together Community Grant for the 2024 award year.

The 2024 MPTG will be presented to Walla Walla County Fire District #8 for the purchase of a new HVAC system and electrical upgrades to a new facility. The second recipient is Columbia-Walla Walla County Fire District #2, to purchase three thermal imaging cameras and a rescue training manikin.

Columbia REA has a long history of supporting its communities, contributing to more than 100 different organizations annually. The cooperative values honesty, loyalty, responsibility, positive attitude and behavior, and professional image.

The association received 27 applications for grant funding from various organizations in the three counties it serves. A volunteer panel of Columbia REA staff reviewed applicants thoroughly and thoughtfully.

“We would like to thank every organization that applied this year for taking the time to do so, and we would like to invite all to apply again next year. Look for information regarding next year’s More Powerful Together Community Grant program in the coming months,” from a press release sent to Columbia REA.