The education grants will support local teachers with creative ideas to engage students and improve learning in K-12 classrooms. To find the application or learn more about the program, visit www.ncbrightideas.com.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Bright Ideas education grant program, with Edgecombe-Martin County EMC and electric cooperatives statewide funding over 14,700 projects with more than $15 million awarded to teachers across North Carolina since 1994. Over three million students have benefited from the projects, technology and enhanced teaching methods made possible by Bright Ideas grants. 

Teachers in any discipline, from engineering to art, can apply to receive a grant of up to $1,500. 
At Edgecombe-Martin County EMC, we believe that education is an essential part of building and bettering our community, and Bright Ideas grants enable us to advance excellence in education by helping local teachers who continue to go above and beyond in the classroom. 

Submit your application today and help us light up learning for North Carolina students!