More Than $20,000 in Scholarships Available Through Lane Electric

Lane Electric Cooperative has begun accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship program, offering more than $20,000 in financial support for local students and adults pursuing higher education or technical training.

The program includes opportunities for graduating high school seniors, adults returning to school at Lane Community College (LCC), and those interested in the Vocational Outside Line Training Academy (VOLTA), which prepares students for careers in the electric utility industry. Scholarships of up to $5,500 are available for VOLTA applicants, while several LCC-focused scholarships offer up to $4,500.

Students planning to attend any accredited two- or four-year college may also apply for a “School of Choice” award of up to $3,000.

In addition to its scholarship offerings, Lane Electric will again select one high school junior to serve as a delegate on the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. The annual trip brings students from across the country together to learn about government, history, and the role of electric cooperatives.

To be eligible for any scholarship or the Youth Tour, applicants must reside within Lane Electric’s service area.

Available 2026 Scholarships Include:

Lane Community College Scholarship for Graduating Seniors: Up to $4,500.

Dave D’Avanzo Memorial Community Scholarship: Up to $4,500 for attendance at LCC.

Vocational Outside Line Training Academy Scholarship: Up to $5,500 for students pursuing line-worker training.

School of Choice Scholarship: Up to $3,000 for study at an accredited two- or four-year institution.

Applications are open now and must be submitted by March 19, 2026.

Additional information, criteria, and online applications are available on the cooperative’s website. Questions may be directed to info@laneelectric.com or by calling 541-484-1151.