PPCS offers both general education scholarships and an electrical line worker scholarship. Our statewide organization, Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association (WECA), also provides a scholarship for a pre-law or law student through Federated Youth Foundation, Inc. These scholarships are available to individuals seeking higher education and reflect PPCS’ commitment to education, training, and information, the fifth cooperative principle.
The Federated Youth Foundation, Inc. will award the Charles Van Sickle Scholarship in 2026. The $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to a pre-law or law student who has an interest in cooperative law. The scholarship is made possible by an endowment established in 2013 to honor Wisconsin’s renowned electric cooperative lobbyist and attorney, the late Charles Van Sickle. The scholarship will be awarded during the Spring 2026 semester.
Submit the application and accompanying documents by April 1, 2026 to:
Federated Youth Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 148
Baraboo, WI 53913
In support of the essential work that keeps our communities thriving, the Dan Reis Memorial Scholarship (est. 2026) is offered for students pursuing a degree or training in education, agriculture, or skilled trades. This scholarship reflects the commitment to investing in future professionals who are dedicated to service, innovation, and community impact.
Dan Reis was a lifelong farmer and hunter and a strong educator in the fields of conservation and the skilled trades. Dan worked tirelessly to bring knowledge to his students and community through serving on multiple county, townships and organization boards and helping to start and lead the state-recognized School-to-Work program. Dan Reis served for 10 years on the Board of Directors for Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services (PPCS).
The Dan Reis Memorial Scholarship will be offered to students meeting the following criteria:
Or mail to:
Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services
Attn: Charity Lubich
W7725 US Highway 10
Ellsworth, WI 54011-0420
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PPCS offers an Electrical Line Worker Scholarship to assist an individual interested in a career in the electric power industry as a line worker. PPCS will award a $1,000 scholarship to an individual pursuing post-secondary education in an electrical line worker (electrical power distribution) program. Applicant must be a graduating senior from a high school within PPCS’ service area. PPCS members and nonmembers are eligible. Applicant must complete an application and submit an essay titled “Why I want to be an Electrical Line Worker.” The deadline is February 25, 2027.
An electrical line worker will install, maintain, and repair power lines and equipment, including climbing poles or operating aerial lift devices to work on overhead lines or digging trenches to install underground electric cable. This may be your career if you enjoy working outdoors and problem-solving with your head and hands.
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High school seniors are encouraged to enter the Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services (PPCS) Scholarship Essay Contest. The three top essays will each be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Scholarships are paid to winning students upon presentation of proof of registration at any accredited college, university, or technical school in any state.
Carefully read the scholarship contest rules. Essays must be postmarked by February 25, 2027, and will be selected by a three-judge panel.
PPCS Scholarship Rules Apply Online
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PPCS and Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association (WECA) have teamed up to host an electrical safety poster contest. The contest is open to all third graders in Pierce and Pepin Counties. Entries must be submitted to PPCS by April 30, 2025.
PPCS will award prizes to the top three winners $40, $30, and $25 gift cards, respectively. Ten runners-up will receive a $10 gift card. Plus, teachers of the students winning first, second, and third place will each receive a $50 gift card for their classrooms.
PPCS will forward the top three posters created by children of PPCS members to WECA for judging.WECA will award a $25 gift card to the top PPCS poster. They will also award the following prizes from all the state-wide submissions:
1st place - Chromebook
2nd place - $100 Gift Card
3rd place - $75 Gift Card
Rules
By entering the contest, each contestant and/or parent/guardian agrees that the submission is the artist’s original work and consents to the use of the artist’s first and last name and artwork in publications, exhibits, displays, social media, and websites, as determined by the local electric cooperative and the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association. The original drawing/artwork will not be returned to the participant.
