Meriwether Lewis Employees Give Back During 2026 Co-op Day of Service

All five counties participate in service projects

(October 20, 2026– Centerville, TN) – Meriwether Lewis employees spent time serving their communities during the 2026 Co-op Day of Service, continuing a tradition that reflects the cooperative’s commitment to the members it serves.

Observed annually by electric cooperatives across Tennessee, the Day of Service provides an opportunity for employees to support local organizations and participate in service projects planned by local MLEC employees in all five counties.

In Perry County, beautified Linden by picking up litter. Lewis County employees collected donations for a local food pantry ahead of Thanksgiving and refreshed the landscaping around the public library. In Humphreys County, donations to Helping Hands of Humphreys County will help support local families, while employees also worked to remove litter from the community.

Houston County employees assisted Bethesda Mission with organizing food donations as the organization transitioned to its new location. The mission provides support to local families facing a variety of needs.

In Hickman County, employees assembled donations of blankets, gloves and other necessities for children served by the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program. They also replenished the care closet at the Senior Citizens Center and collected litter at Centerville River Park. Employees further supported the community by hosting a blood drive at its Centerville office.

“This year marked the 10th anniversary of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Day of Service,” President and CEO Keith Carnahan said. “Meriwether Lewis employees have participated in this tradition throughout the years, demonstrating the cooperative principle of concern for community. The work shows that every moment matters and reinforces the cooperative’s commitment to building a brighter, more connected future.”

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