Putting in the work today to make a difference tomorrow.

HCREC Foreman, Jeremy Jochims, continues to prepare for his trip to Guatemala in September where a group of linemen from Iowa, Oklahoma, and Colorado will bring electricity to the remote villages of Montenegro and El Estocal (located near the town of Gastatoya which is three hours from Guatemala City). Working with Jeremy is Kane Thompson, Executive Director at the CREW Center in Woodbine. Together, they are helping Jeremy build strength and endurance needed to work in the steep mountain terrain and unfamiliar climate.

HCREC CEO, Shadon Blum states, “Jeremy brings many years of experience as a lineman to this effort, and we’re incredibly proud to see him use those skills to serve communities beyond our own. At the same time, partnerships close to home make opportunities like this possible. We’re very thankful and fortunate to have organizations like the CREW Center supporting his preparation, ensuring he’s ready for both the physical demands and the unique challenges he’ll face on this journey.”