On May 20, the North Branch Land Trust announced it was awarded an American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water and Environment grant, focusing on water quality and quantity, as well as the health of the vital wetland ecosystem at Hanover Crossings Marsh Sanctuary, in Hanover Township, Luzerne County.

Ellen Ferretti, Executive Director of North Branch Land Trust, says, “North Branch Land Trust is honored and grateful for the support given to this project by the American Water Charitable Foundation. Hanover Crossings Marsh Sanctuary is a special place enjoyed by locals for its habitat, wildlife, and beauty.

“The Marsh, like so many of our wetlands, is overrun by aggressive invasive plants that become dense and quickly outcompete native plant species, degrade the productivity of the wetland, reduce habitat diversity and function, and negatively impact wildlife.

“This grant will allow us to manage these invaders for the health of the wetland and habitat improvement, as well as providing even greater outreach and education to those who visit the Preserve,” said Ferretti.

The Water and Environment grant is part of the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program.

The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and aims to support high-impact projects and initiatives that further American Water’s commitment to ESG, as well as inclusion, diversity and equity.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is committed to participating and investing in organizations and programs that benefit the diverse communities served by American Water,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “We take pride and are proud to further American Water’s ongoing commitment to being a good neighbor and strong partner in the community.”

For more information on land conservation, programs, upcoming events and how you can get involved, visit the North Branch Land Trust website, following them on Facebook and Twitter.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates (bottom of page).

Resource Links:

-- PA American Water Charitable Foundation Awards $267,000 In Water And Environment Grants To 15 Nonprofit Groups  [PaEN]

-- Berks Nature Awarded American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water & Environment Grant [PaEN]

-- Coalition For Delaware River Watershed Receives American Water Foundation Grant To Educate Utility Customers On Where Their Water Comes From  [PaEN]

[Posted: May 20, 2024]

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