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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nalgene Water Fund Heads to Appalachia, Donates $50,000 to DigDeep, and Launches Limited Edition Bottle to Promote Lasting Clean Water Access
Now in its fifth year, the fund adds Appalachia to its list of supported communities, helping fund DigDeep's work to restore clean water access and engage consumers through a bottle that gives back. ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In celebration of its five-year commitment to helping address the U.S. water crisis, the Nalgene Water Fund (NWF), established by Nalgene Outdoor, the makers of the iconic wide-mouth reusable bottle, today announced a $50,000 donation to DigDeep's Appalachia Water Project (AWP). The contribution brings Nalgene's mission to a region long sought out by its enthusiasts for its epic outdoor adventures and awe-inspiring landscapes, yet many communities there still lack access to clean, reliable water and basic sanitation. To express appreciation for Appalachia's beauty and engage its fans in supporting the region's pressing water crisis, Nalgene Outdoor is launching a limited-edition bottle inspired by Appalachia's iconic blue ridgelines and rivers. Available May 21 exclusively at each $20 bottle contributes $5 to the Nalgene Water Fund in support of DigDeep's community-led work to deliver long-term water solutions. "Being chosen as the beneficiary of a Nalgene Water Fund bottle brings critical support and helps us reach new people who care about this crisis," said Travis Foreman, Director of DigDeep's Appalachia Water Project. "Creating sustainable water access takes long-term commitment and trusted support, and this collaboration brings both." "We designed this bottle to turn our appreciation for Appalachia into action," said Eric Hansen, Marketing Director at Nalgene Outdoor. "We hope Nalgene fans will rally behind DigDeep's mission and give back to a region that's given them so many unforgettable adventures." Five Years of Action: Fueling Clean Water Progress Through Partnership Since 2019, the Nalgene Water Fund has provided more than $800,000 in funding and in-kind support to grassroots partners advancing clean water access across the country. The crisis remains urgent, with over 2.2 million people in the U.S. still living without access to running water or basic plumbing. Nalgene's impact has grown through collaborations like REVERB's RockNRefill program. For the first time, proceeds from bottles donated by Nalgene Outdoor and sold at live music events will go to the Nalgene Water Fund, turning fan purchases into meaningful support for clean water projects nationwide. Communities supported by the fund include: Flint, MI: With Thermo Fisher Scientific, helped launch the Flint Community Water Lab with $650,000 in equipment, funding, and bottles. Benton Harbor, MI: Donated $13,000 and 2,000 bottles to install lead-filtering refill stations in district schools. Navajo Nation: Raised nearly $80,000 with Diné designer Jaden Redhair to support DigDeep's Navajo Water Project and COPE. Western North Carolina: Donated $10,000 and 2,000 bottles to Water Mission following Hurricane Helene. How to Help Refill the Good The exclusive Nalgene Appalachia bottle is available now for $20 at with $5 from each sale supporting the Nalgene Water Fund. Like all Nalgene bottles, it's BPA/BPS-free, dishwasher safe, leakproof, and made from 50% recycled materials (ISCC-certified). Supporters can also contribute by purchasing RockNRefill bottles at REVERB-supported live music events. Every bottle sold helps fund clean water access for underserved U.S. communities. For photos and videos, samples, or more information, contact Marcia Gray at mgray@ Follow @Nalgene on Instagram and Facebook for updates. About NALGENE Outdoor NALGENE® Outdoor Products is based in Rochester, New York and part of Thermo Fisher Scientific. Founded in 1949 as a manufacturer of the first plastic pipette holder, the company soon expanded its product line to include state-of-the-art polyethylene labware under the NALGENE brand. By the mid-1970s, outdoor enthusiasts had discovered the taste and odor-resistant, leak-proof and rugged properties of NALGENE's large selection of plastic containers. In response to this emerging demand, NALGENE Outdoor Products was formed and today the consumer-oriented business offers its customers a wide choice of safe, environmentally friendly, BPA- and BPS- free products that meet their lifestyle needs. For more information, contact NALGENE Consumer Products or visit About DigDeep DigDeep is a human rights nonprofit working to ensure every person in the United States has access to clean, running water and sanitation at home. DigDeep has served thousands of families across the country through award-winning and community-led field projects: the Navajo Water Project (Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah), the Appalachia Water Project (West Virginia and Kentucky), and the Colonias Water Project (Texas). DigDeep is also a leading force in US water access research, workforce development, and policy advocacy, underscoring their commitment to addressing the sector's lack of comprehensive data. Notable national reports, including "Closing the Water Access Gap in the United States: A National Action Plan" and "Draining: The Economic Impact of America's Hidden Water Crisis," unveiled the harsh reality that over 2 million people in the US live without a toilet or tap at home, which costs the American economy a staggering $8.6 billion annually. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Information: Marcia Gray, Gray Communications 617-990-7720 mgray@
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Nalgene Water Fund Heads to Appalachia, Donates $50,000 to DigDeep, and Launches Limited Edition Bottle to Promote Lasting Clean Water Access
ROCHESTER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In celebration of its five-year commitment to helping address the U.S. water crisis, the Nalgene Water Fund (NWF), established by Nalgene Outdoor, the makers of the iconic wide-mouth reusable bottle, today announced a $50,000 donation to DigDeep's Appalachia Water Project (AWP). The contribution brings Nalgene's mission to a region long sought out by its enthusiasts for its epic outdoor adventures and awe-inspiring landscapes, yet many communities there still lack access to clean, reliable water and basic sanitation. To express appreciation for Appalachia's beauty and engage its fans in supporting the region's pressing water crisis, Nalgene Outdoor is launching a limited-edition bottle inspired by Appalachia's iconic blue ridgelines and rivers. Available May 21 exclusively at each $20 bottle contributes $5 to the Nalgene Water Fund in support of DigDeep's community-led work to deliver long-term water solutions. 'Being chosen as the beneficiary of a Nalgene Water Fund bottle brings critical support and helps us reach new people who care about this crisis,' said Travis Foreman, Director of DigDeep's Appalachia Water Project. 'Creating sustainable water access takes long-term commitment and trusted support, and this collaboration brings both.' 'We designed this bottle to turn our appreciation for Appalachia into action,' said Eric Hansen, Marketing Director at Nalgene Outdoor. 'We hope Nalgene fans will rally behind DigDeep's mission and give back to a region that's given them so many unforgettable adventures.' Five Years of Action: Fueling Clean Water Progress Through Partnership Since 2019, the Nalgene Water Fund has provided more than $800,000 in funding and in-kind support to grassroots partners advancing clean water access across the country. The crisis remains urgent, with over 2.2 million people in the U.S. still living without access to running water or basic plumbing. Nalgene's impact has grown through collaborations like REVERB's RockNRefill program. For the first time, proceeds from bottles donated by Nalgene Outdoor and sold at live music events will go to the Nalgene Water Fund, turning fan purchases into meaningful support for clean water projects nationwide. Communities supported by the fund include: Flint, MI: With Thermo Fisher Scientific, helped launch the Flint Community Water Lab with $650,000 in equipment, funding, and bottles. Benton Harbor, MI: Donated $13,000 and 2,000 bottles to install lead-filtering refill stations in district schools. Navajo Nation: Raised nearly $80,000 with Diné designer Jaden Redhair to support DigDeep's Navajo Water Project and COPE. Western North Carolina: Donated $10,000 and 2,000 bottles to Water Mission following Hurricane Helene. How to Help Refill the Good The exclusive Nalgene Appalachia bottle is available now for $20 at with $5 from each sale supporting the Nalgene Water Fund. Like all Nalgene bottles, it's BPA/BPS-free, dishwasher safe, leakproof, and made from 50% recycled materials (ISCC-certified). Supporters can also contribute by purchasing RockNRefill bottles at REVERB-supported live music events. Every bottle sold helps fund clean water access for underserved U.S. communities. For photos and videos, samples, or more information, contact Marcia Gray at mgray@ Follow @Nalgene on Instagram and Facebook for updates. About NALGENE Outdoor NALGENE ® Outdoor Products is based in Rochester, New York and part of Thermo Fisher Scientific. Founded in 1949 as a manufacturer of the first plastic pipette holder, the company soon expanded its product line to include state-of-the-art polyethylene labware under the NALGENE brand. By the mid-1970s, outdoor enthusiasts had discovered the taste and odor-resistant, leak-proof and rugged properties of NALGENE's large selection of plastic containers. In response to this emerging demand, NALGENE Outdoor Products was formed and today the consumer-oriented business offers its customers a wide choice of safe, environmentally friendly, BPA- and BPS- free products that meet their lifestyle needs. For more information, contact NALGENE Consumer Products or visit About DigDeep DigDeep is a human rights nonprofit working to ensure every person in the United States has access to clean, running water and sanitation at home. DigDeep has served thousands of families across the country through award-winning and community-led field projects: the Navajo Water Project (Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah), the Appalachia Water Project (West Virginia and Kentucky), and the Colonias Water Project (Texas). DigDeep is also a leading force in US water access research, workforce development, and policy advocacy, underscoring their commitment to addressing the sector's lack of comprehensive data. Notable national reports, including 'Closing the Water Access Gap in the United States: A National Action Plan' and 'Draining: The Economic Impact of America's Hidden Water Crisis,' unveiled the harsh reality that over 2 million people in the US live without a toilet or tap at home, which costs the American economy a staggering $8.6 billion annually. For more information, please visit
USA Today
10-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How Notre Dame football will score its annual Blue-Gold Spring Game on Saturday
How Notre Dame football will score its annual Blue-Gold Spring Game on Saturday The Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team will be back on the field this coming Saturday, and what you will see won't quite resemble what normal football looks like. Mainly, it is due to the Irish trying to limit injuries, and with that in mind they will score the game much differently than we are accustomed to. In a social media post from Eric Hansen of Inside ND Sports, he broke down how Notre Dame will score its spring game. A normal touchdown plus extra point will be seven points, but the offense will also get a point for each first down, two points for an explosive play over 20-yards, the normal three points for a field goal and two points for a two-point conversion. On defense is where it gets very interesting, as typically the only points they would score is on a turnover. That won't be what we see on Saturday, as they'll get a point for forcing a punt, five points for a takeaway in plus territory, seven for a takeaway in minus territory, a whopping twelve points for a defensive touchdown, a point for a tackle-for-loss, two points for a sack, three points for blocking a field goal, two points for a point after touchdown return or failed two point attempts or a forth down stop or missed field goal and finally three points for a 4th down stop in minus territory. All of these adjustments tell us that they'll like be testing the first team offense more than what we would normally see in a spring game, due to the fact that a starting quarterback has yet to emerge. While these will be significantly different rules, we will get to see Notre Dame football back on the field, even though its just a tease until the regular season gets going.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bacon on a stick? Bourbon pork sandwich? Bacon & Bourbon Fest brings culinary chops to PBC
Like Batman and Robin, bacon and bourbon just go together, but instead of fighting crime, they battle culinary mediocrity in all its dastardly forms. Banishing the bland, elevating ordinary dishes and giving tastebuds a reason to live, these two foods will be celebrated Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23 during the 11th Annual Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Fest at the Wellington Town Center. Simultaneously salty, sweet, crispy and chewy, and able to break even the most diehard vegans and vegetarians (just kidding, but you know it's true), the prized pieces of cured pork known as bacon will be presented in ways that you may have never considered even your most wild, fevered dreams (yes, some people do dream about bacon). Delight in dishes like bacon teriyaki chicken, garlic ginger bourbon candied bacon on a stick, corn & bacon fritters, and much, much more including the sandwiches known as the forever roasted bourbon BBQ pork & bacon sandwich! Bourbon, the barrel-aged American whiskey that is always made with at least 51% corn, will stand on equal ground at the event. The festival will feature over 30 different bourbons and whiskeys for patrons' pleasure as well as beer, wine and a full bar able to craft the libations of your choosing. Featuring these two super foods, the event itself has even garnered national attention and has been featured on The Cooking Channel show "Carnival Eats." In addition to bacon and bourbon, which sit atop many pyramids, there will be multiple live music acts both days. On Saturday, the amazing guitarist and composer Eric Hansen will kick things off, followed by Bobby 'G,' then Rob Arenth and finally Jason Colannino & 4Peace Band. On Sunday, Eric Hansen will once again kick things off followed later by Jerry Leeman who will close out the event. Like any good festival these days, visitors will also get to browse and buy arts, crafts, plants, jewelry and more from a multitude of vendors. There will be limited free general parking at the Wellington Amphitheater, but there are also two park and walk options. The first is Chancellor Corporate Center at 2008 S. Shore Blvd. and the second is Village of Wellington/Village Hall. at 12300 Forest Hill Blvd. There will pedicabs running to assist festival goes to and from the event. What: Bacon & Bourbon Fest Where: Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 22 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 23 Cost: free Information: Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Celebrated on 'Carnival Eats,' Bacon & Bourbon Fest back in Wellington
