Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation is proud to support the next generation of innovators through the TVA STEM Award Program, which funds hands-on STEM learning in K–12 classrooms across the region. Sponsored by the Tennessee Valley Authority in partnership with Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated (a TVA retiree organization), the program empowers teachers and school administrators to bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life for their students.

Over the past two years, schools in the UCEMC service area have received a total of $56,000 in STEM funding:

• In the 2024–2025 cycle, four schools each received $5,000, for a total of $20,000
• The year before, 8 schools in our area received a combined $36,000

We’re excited to see even more schools apply this year!
Here’s what you need to know:

• Applications are open August 1–September 15
• Open to K–12 teachers and school administrators in public or private schools
• Schools must be located in the TVA service area and receive power from a local power company
• Eligible applicants may apply for up to $5,000 per project
• Projects should focus on energy, environment, economic and career development, or community problem-solving

Together, we’re powering up the future—one classroom at a time.