Celebrating over 30 years of investing in education.
Since 1993, the Education Foundation scholarship program has helped dreams come true for more than 600 outstanding students and continues each year. The program’s initiative is to provide higher education financial support to well-qualified students across the Plateau service area. Through competitive application, each student is selected by a committee comprised of members of the Board of Directors. Funds are derived from unclaimed or donated capital credits.
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Among the Education Foundation’s many goals is the desire to improve educational opportunities for the members of the Cooperative’s service area. Since 1993, the Education Foundation has awarded over $2 million in scholarships and grants.
The 2026 scholarship application deadline has passed. Please check back for updates on the 2027 scholarship cycle.
If you have any questions please contact Plateau at 1.800.432.2369, ext. 4387 or email scholarships@plateautel.com
The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), in cooperation with the NTCA—The Rural Broadband Association, seeks to sustain and enhance the quality of life in America by advancing an understanding of rural issues. Through its various programs and initiatives, the FRS strongly supports the continuing education of rural youth.
The 2026 FRS scholarship application deadline has passed. Please check back for updates on the 2027 FRS scholarship cycle.
Plateau offers opportunities for schools and school staff within its Cooperative service area to obtain financial support to improve teaching and learning activities. School districts, schools, departments within schools, teacher groups or individual teachers can request a grant for a maximum of $5,000 to foster innovation in teaching with a special emphasis on the use of broadband internet as a learning tool. Multiple applications from the same school or school district will be considered, as long as the requests are clearly separated and for different purposes.
Innovation in Schools Grant DetailsTo assist with the training and educational costs associated with maintaining well-trained and certified law enforcement and fire protection officers, Plateau awards grants to rural communities, municipalities, and public safety departments (whether paid or volunteer) associated with the communities within the Cooperative service area.
Public Safety Grant DetailsThe Nuestros Vecinos Community Sponsorship supports initiatives that enhance the communities served by the Cooperative. Offering up to $5,000, this sponsorship is available to recognized entities—such as local governments, chambers of commerce, and nonprofits—for projects that promote economic growth, health, safety, and overall well-being. It reflects the Cooperative’s commitment to being a good neighbor and fostering local development.
Nuestros Vecinos Community Sponsorship DetailsThe Member Education Grant provides up to $5,000 for education reimbursement to active Cooperative members who have earned a vocational certificate or associate, bachelor or graduate school degree from a regionally accredited institution within 6 months of applying.
Member Education Grant DetailsFor the purpose of scholarship & grant eligibility, an active Cooperative member is defined as a person, business or organization that purchases retail communication services within the Cooperative's service area. Subscriptions to Plateau services outside these areas do not qualify. Retail communication services generally include landline telephone and/or broadband internet.
Scholarships & Grants EligibilityAs a member-owned cooperative, Plateau takes great pride in supporting community needs throughout our service area. As an investment in the future of the area's citizens, this company has historically supported, through financial contributions, those programs and projects that encourage youth, build communities through partnerships and in education.
Employees of Plateau generously give their time and resources where they live, raise their families, work and play. For over 75 years, the Company has participated in and assisted with community projects, school activities, youth sports, local government and other non-profit group activities. In addition, the Board of Directors recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities, especially for those events or programs that impact the communities served. Thousands of dollars have been allocated for such activities and for student scholarships and economic development efforts throughout the region.