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BEK Helps to Grow Stronger Communities

May 2025

At BEK Communications, community isn’t just part of what we do, it’s who we are. For more than 70 years, BEK has built on a rock-solid foundation of serving our member-owners. Giving back to the people and places that make our service areas so special just feels right! That’s why we’re thrilled to announce this year’s Community Partnership (CPP) Spring grant recipients!


The following nonprofit organizations and community groups are making a real difference across BEK country, and we couldn’t be prouder to support them:

  • Anne Carlsen Center
  • City of Steele
  • Linton Senior Center
  • Save the Hall
  • South Central Health Wishek
  • Strasburg Fire Rescue Department
  • Tuttle Fire Protection District
  • Tuttle Senior Center
  • Wishek Public School
  • Barnes County Historical Society
  • Mandan Rural Fire Protection District
  • Page Park District
  • Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway
  • Wilton Rural Ambulance District

The BEK Board of Directors launched the Community Partnership Program (CPP) to invest in the heart of our communities — both now and for generations to come. Grants are awarded twice a year, in the Spring and Fall, helping big dreams grow into even bigger realities.


Think your organization could use a boost? The next application deadline is September 30! Learn more or apply today at bek.coop/coop/cpp.

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