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.
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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 amwater.com/awcf.
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 missouriamwater.com and follow Missouri American Water on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
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“Accessible drinking water is a resource many take for granted,” said Rich Svindland, president of Missouri American Water.
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