NEC Continues Annual Commitment to Youth Through Scholarships
Nueces Electric Cooperative
Robstown, TEXAS (News Release) - Nueces Electric Cooperative (NEC) is proud to continue its annual tradition of investing in the future of local students through two impactful programs: the NEC Scholarship Program and the Government-in-Action Youth Tour. These initiatives are designed to support, inspire, and empower high school juniors and seniors across our service area.
Youth Tour (Deadline: February 1, 2026) Each year, NEC selects high school juniors to participate in the Government-in-Action Youth Tour. It is an unforgettable, all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C. Students explore historic landmarks, meet with elected officials, and gain firsthand insight into our nation’s government. In addition to the trip, participants receive $250 in spending money and a $1,000 scholarship to support their educational journey.
Details and application: https://www.nueceselectric.org/youthtour
NEC Scholarships (Deadline: February 8, 2026) NEC awards thousands of dollars in scholarships each year to high school seniors pursuing higher education. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement, and they help ease the financial burden of college.
Details and application: https://www.nueceselectric.org/necscholarships
Eligibility Requirements (for both programs):
Must be a dependent of an NEC member
NEC account must have received service for at least 6 months prior to the application deadline
Must attend an accredited Texas college or university
Youth Tour applicants must be high school juniors
Scholarship applicants must be high school seniors
