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Employees support communities where they live

For more than 60 years, Associated employees have lived and worked in rural communities providing power for their

friends, family and neighbors. Job opportunities, as well as employee volunteerism, contribute to strengthening these
communities. In Springfield, Associated and its employees are among the top contributors to United Way of the Ozarks.

Prioritizing community
involvement

Among Associated’s workforce
are numerous examples of dedica-
tion to serving neighbors and im-
proving home communities across
three states. From first responders
to nonprofit service, cooperative
employees have a strong com-
mitment to others and put their
dedication to work. Employees
have performed trail cleanups, and
offered home building support,
foster program assistance and
food bank preparation work. Their
collective efforts make a difference
in the lives of others.

In 2022, New Madrid Power Plant celebrated 50 years of operations for
Associated employees volunteer time and money to nonprofits that Unit 1, honoring employees and retirees who worked in the early days of plant
improve communities and lives. operations in the 1970s.

New in 2022, employee resource groups for women and veterans offer Associated employees support, career and
personal development to individuals with shared characteristics or life experiences. These groups strengthen their
abilities to support Associated’s members, their communities and the cooperative’s strategic objectives.

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