IMPORTANT! Save Our Numbers for Text and Phone Alerts

On Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at 9 a.m. Central, Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative members received a text from 833-417-5291. We encourage our members to save this number in their phones so that our messages are less likely to appear as spam or unknown. You may receive text notifications about important...

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President’s Message – March 2022

Annual Meeting 2022: Please Vote Your ballot for the 2022 Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) Annual Meeting will arrive in your mailbox soon. The meeting is Saturday, May 7, at our headquarters in Wewahitchka. To allow GCEC members to participate…

President’s Message – February 2022

5 Reasons We Love Serving Our Members February may be the shortest month, but it’s packed with special observances—such as Presidents Day, Black History Month and Valentine’s Day—and a host of unofficial “national” days you probably never have heard of,…

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President’s Message – January 2022

Co-op Values Translate to Benefits for the Community Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative’s core job is keeping the lights on, but our passion is serving our members. Because we’re a co-op, our purpose is to enrich the lives of our members…

President’s Message – December 2021

Merry Christmas From Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative I love everything about this time of year. Just the thought of the Christmas season brings a smile to my face and evokes a sense of comfort and nostalgia. Recalling family gatherings and…

President’s Message – November 2021

It’s a Matter of (Co-op) Principles For me, this is a time of year for reflection, and topping my list of things I’m grateful for is our wonderful community. I know I speak for all Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC)…

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President’s Message – October 2021

It’s a Matter of (Co-op) Principles ACE Hardware, State Farm, REI, Land O’Lakes, and Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) share something in common: All are cooperatives. The industries are different, but all share a passion for serving members and helping…

President’s Message – September 2021

Unplug With Meaningful Community Programs Most adults have a vague memory of when “checking for messages” meant listening to an answering machine. We carried on with our days without cellphones and managed just fine. But today, we are more connected…

President’s Message – August 2021

Energy Savings for Your Business Locally owned businesses are the backbone of our community. With summer in full swing, now is the perfect time to make sure your building is equipped for maximum energy savings. LED lighting for your business…

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President’s Message – July 2021

Even though I am a part of the energy industry, like most people, I still don’t think much about the electricity I use. I expect the lights to turn on when I flip the switch and the coffeemaker to work…

President’s Message – June 2021

Your Energy Connection If you are thinking about adding rooftop solar to your home or business, I encourage you to contact Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) first. As your trusted energy adviser, we are here to help as you make…