Each year, Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative sponsors $1,000 scholarships, which are awarded to a graduating senior selected from each of the high schools located in its service area. Since adopting the scholarship program more than 20 years ago, Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative has funded $200,000 in scholarships to help 226 area students continue their education. ADVERTISEMENTThis year, Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative awarded 16 scholarships to help students fund their education. We are excited to be able to help them achieve their dreams,” said Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative President Kim Rasmussen, Havana. Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, non-profit cooperative providing electric energy and services to more than 4,300 member-owners in south-central and southeastern North Dakota.