Scopus Renewable Energy awards $8,000 in grants to local organizations
FOX23 News at 9 p.m.
BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Three local organizations have received a combined $8,000 in grants from Scopus Renewable Energy to support childcare safety, law enforcement and youth development.
The grants were awarded during the third quarter of 2026 to Beehive Academy, the Marble Hill Police Department and Cape County 4-H Junior Leaders.
Beehive Academy plans to use its funding to replace cloth window coverings with professionally installed heat-resistant window tint. The improvements are intended to increase safety, comfort and energy efficiency at the childcare facility.
Chelsea Baker, the academy’s board president and executive director, said the improvements will benefit approximately 90 children and staff members each day while reducing fire risks and maintenance costs.
The Marble Hill Police Department will use its grant to purchase updated ballistic vests for sworn officers as part of its Ballistic Vest Modernization and Community Safety Initiative.
The initiative aims to provide officers with protective equipment that meets current safety standards.
“Keeping our officers safe is essential to keeping our community safe,” Marble Hill Mayor Trey Wiginton said. “This generous grant will help us provide our officers with updated protective equipment so they can do their jobs with greater confidence and be prepared to respond when our community needs them most.”
Cape County 4-H Junior Leaders will use its funding to support youth projects and provide additional community service opportunities for local 4-H clubs.
Millie Aufdenberg, a Cape County 4-H leader, said the grant will help members develop new skills, take on challenges and give back to their communities.
Scopus Renewable Energy is a solar and battery storage project being developed by Vesper Energy. Once operational, the project is expected to provide electricity to Missouri while supporting local economic development and generating long-term tax revenue for Bollinger County.
Scopus Renewable Energy is accepting applications for future grant cycles. Community organizations interested in applying can visit www.scopusrenewableenergy.com.
