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3 days ago
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Missouri American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation Hydration Station Grantees
ST. LOUIS, June 05, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and Missouri American Water, announced today that the Foundation awarded $21,025 in Hydration Station grants to 11 organizations to help purchase bottle fillers and/or drinking fountains for sustainable and safe hydration in Missouri communities. "Accessible drinking water is a resource many take for granted," said Rich Svindland, president of Missouri American Water. "We are proud to offer an opportunity for community organizations to provide sustainable, accessible and healthy hydration for visitors and staff." Each day in the United States more than 60 million plastic water bottles end up in landfills and incinerators, according to the Container Recycling Institute. Hydration stations help reduce the number of single-use plastic bottles that end up in landfills and sources of drinking water. Funding for the hydration station grants will be provided by the American Water Charitable Foundation, as part of its State Strategic Grant Program, focused on high-impact projects and initiatives throughout American Water's national footprint. "We're so thankful to Missouri American Water for helping us add a hydration station to the House. It's another way we can provide care and support. Staying hydrated is important—especially for breastfeeding moms. This upgrade makes it easier for families to take care of themselves while staying strong for their little ones," said Lori Jones, executive director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States. The 2025 hydration station grantees: Twillman Elementary School Pershing Elementary School United Way of Greater St. Joseph Jennings School District Valley Park School District Jefferson City School District Rockwood School District Joplin Softball Little League Inc. Bayless Elementary School Lawson R-XIV School District Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States "The American Water Charitable Foundation is pleased to partner with organizations that align with Missouri American Water and support the addition of sustainable hydration stations for community members," said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation here. About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About American Water Charitable Foundation The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit About Missouri American Water Missouri American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.6 million people. For more, visit and follow Missouri American Water on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Christie BarnhartSenior Manager, External CommunicationsCell: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
3 days ago
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- Business Wire
Missouri American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation Hydration Station Grantees
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and Missouri American Water, announced today that the Foundation awarded $21,025 in Hydration Station grants to 11 organizations to help purchase bottle fillers and/or drinking fountains for sustainable and safe hydration in Missouri communities. 'Accessible drinking water is a resource many take for granted,' said Rich Svindland, president of Missouri American Water. 'Accessible drinking water is a resource many take for granted,' said Rich Svindland, president of Missouri American Water. 'We are proud to offer an opportunity for community organizations to provide sustainable, accessible and healthy hydration for visitors and staff.' Each day in the United States more than 60 million plastic water bottles end up in landfills and incinerators, according to the Container Recycling Institute. Hydration stations help reduce the number of single-use plastic bottles that end up in landfills and sources of drinking water. Funding for the hydration station grants will be provided by the American Water Charitable Foundation, as part of its State Strategic Grant Program, focused on high-impact projects and initiatives throughout American Water's national footprint. 'We're so thankful to Missouri American Water for helping us add a hydration station to the House. It's another way we can provide care and support. Staying hydrated is important—especially for breastfeeding moms. This upgrade makes it easier for families to take care of themselves while staying strong for their little ones,' said Lori Jones, executive director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States. The 2025 hydration station grantees: Twillman Elementary School Pershing Elementary School United Way of Greater St. Joseph Jennings School District Valley Park School District Jefferson City School District Rockwood School District Joplin Softball Little League Inc. Bayless Elementary School Lawson R-XIV School District Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States 'The American Water Charitable Foundation is pleased to partner with organizations that align with Missouri American Water and support the addition of sustainable hydration stations for community members,' said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation here. About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About American Water Charitable Foundation The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit About Missouri American Water
Business Wire
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
American Water Charitable Foundation & Illinois American Water Launch Inaugural Hydration Station Grant Program
BELLEVILLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., along with Illinois American Water, announced today it is now accepting applications for its inaugural Hydration Station Grant Program from eligible organizations within its service areas. "This program is designed to make safe and healthy hydration with tap water more accessible in public spaces while promoting environmental stewardship," stated Rebecca Losli, President of Illinois American Water. Share This new initiative aims to boost confidence and trust in tap water and reduce single-use plastic waste by providing sustainable hydration options in public spaces. 'We're committed to providing access to clean, safe and reliable water service,' stated Rebecca Losli, President of Illinois American Water. 'Through funding provided by the American Water Charitable Foundation, this program is designed to make safe and healthy hydration with tap water more accessible in public spaces while promoting environmental stewardship.' Selected recipients will receive funding to purchase reusable water bottle filling stations, enhancing public access to sustainable water sources. Eligible facilities must be a 501(c)(3) organization, K-12 public school, college or university located within Illinois American Water's service territory and be open to the public. Recipients will be responsible for installation and associated costs. Funding for the Hydration Station Grant Program will be provided by the American Water Charitable Foundation, as part of its State Strategic Grant Program, focused on high-impact projects and initiatives throughout American Water's national footprint. State Strategic grants are part of the Foundation's Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, focused on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. For more information and to apply, visit the Hydration Station Grant Program page of Illinois American Water's website. Deadline to apply is June 20, 2025. About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About American Water Charitable Foundation The American Water Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides a formal way to demonstrate the company's ongoing commitment to be a good neighbor, citizen, and contributor to the communities where American Water and its employees live, work and operate. For more information, visit About Illinois American Water Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville.
