The NC Bright Ideas program has expanded learning opportunities for students and teachers for 30 years by awarding grants to North Carolina teachers to support innovative, classroom-based projects that wouldn’t typically be funded by schools. Sponsored through North Carolina’s Touchstone Energy cooperatives, Bright Ideas supports teachers who believe enhanced education inspires young minds, which is similar to EnergyUnited’s core value to create a brighter tomorrow within our communities. Since 1994, EnergyUnited has awarded more than $1 million to K-12 teachers through NC Bright Ideas.

The 2025 application period is closed.