The American Water Charitable Foundation announced it is now accepting applications for 2025 Water and Environmental Grants.  The deadline to apply is March 7.

“As a provider of safe, clean water and wastewater service for customers across Pennsylvania, a commitment to the well-being of the environment and our watersheds is at the heart of all we do. We understand that as a company, we play an important role in protecting, restoring and enhancing these shared resources. We also know we can’t do it alone,” said Pennsylvania American Water Vice President of Business Development, Government and External Affairs Thom Chiomento. “We’re thankful for the many dedicated community partners we’re able to collaborate with as they work to address environmental concerns, offer educational resources and ensure the health and vitality of our state for generations to come. We encourage them to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for a Water and Environment Grant.”

The Foundation supports three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. Since 2012, the American Water Charitable Foundation has invested over $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts that positively benefit the communities where American Water and its employees live and work.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to work collaboratively with Pennsylvania American Water and launch the 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program, supporting impactful initiatives and programs across the nation,” said Carrie Williams, president of the American Water Charitable Foundation. “Our charitable focus to Keep Communities Flowing empowers Our mission to Keep Communities Flowing empowers communities to understand the importance of water education and conservation, while also encouraging local organizations to engage in protecting this vital resource.”

In 2024, the American Water Charitable Foundation awarded a combined total of $1 million to 59 organizations in 11 states, supporting organizations located in communities served by American Water, including 15 Pennsylvania-based organizations.

“Pennsylvania Resources Council is extremely grateful to the American Water Charitable Foundation and Pennsylvania American Water for the Water and Environment Grant we received last year,” said the organization’s deputy executive director Sarah Alessio Shea. “As an organization, we strive to prevent waste and conserve the environment. The Water and Environment Grant we received truly supported that mission, allowing us to provide water conservation education and resources directly to members of the community and also reduce watershed pollution in the process.”

Visit the PA American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environmental Grants webpage for all the details.

Resource Link:

-- Schuylkill River Restoration Fund Grant Letters Of Intent Due Feb. 18

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[Posted: February 10, 2025]

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