Taylorsville, Miss. — Southern Pine Electric is proud to announce that Covington County Hospital (CCH) has been awarded a Members Helping Members grant to purchase a Chest Compression Machine for its Ambulance Service.
This lifesaving piece of equipment performs chest compressions automatically, allowing emergency medical personnel to provide additional treatment while maintaining consistent, high-quality CPR.
“Todd Jones, EMS Director at Covington County Hospital, expressed his appreciation for the recent award, stating, “The receipt of this grant will enable us to purchase equipment that is crucial for saving lives. We currently utilize a similar device in Simpson County, which has successfully saved an individual’s life. This equipment is highly valuable and will play an essential role in enhancing our service to the community.”
The grant was made possible through Southern Pine Electric’s Members Helping Members program, a fund at the Pinebelt Foundation — a charitable initiative funded entirely by cooperative members who voluntarily round up their electric bills to the next dollar each month. The small change collected from thousands of members adds up to make a big difference across Southern Pine’s 11-county service area.
Twice each year, applications are accepted, reviewed, and vetted by the Southern Pine Member Advisory Committee, with funds distributed to charitable organizations and first responders who serve communities within the cooperative’s territory.
Southern Pine Electric invites eligible organizations, including 501(c)(3) nonprofits, first responders, law enforcement, educators, and civic groups, to apply for the next round of funding. Grants support local initiatives such as feeding families, assisting seniors, enhancing educational programs, and equipping first responders with critical tools.
Eligible organizations must operate within Southern Pine Electric’s 11-county service area: Copiah, Covington, Forrest, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Newton, Rankin, Scott, Simpson, and Smith counties.
