CAMDEN, N.J.–(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., announced today a $40,922 donation to the Camden Special Services District (CSSD) through the One Water Street Grant Program. Funding supports CSSD’s Clean & Green Downtown Camden Initiative through the addition of 12 commercial-grade public recycling stations and 10 pet waste stations.
“We are thrilled to partner with the American Water Charitable Foundation and introduce Downtown Camden’s first-ever public recycling program and expand dog waste stations throughout the community,” said Ray Romo, Interim Executive Director, CSSD/CBID. “This initiative will enhance the capacity of our Clean & Safe program, reduce landfill waste, support responsible pet ownership, and improve the overall quality of life in Downtown Camden.”
CSSD, a Camden-based nonprofit organization managing the Camden Business Improvement District (CBID), supports prosperous downtown and waterfront commercial centers, livable neighborhoods and vibrant urban places.
“The City of Camden is grateful for the support of the American Water Charitable Foundation and its continued partnership with our community stakeholders,” said Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen. “This grant award to CSSD will help bolster sustainability and cleanliness, promote recycling, and mitigate the environmental impact of pet waste runoff – resulting in positive outcomes and a better quality of life for residents.”
The One Water Street grant is part of the Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, focusing on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. One Water Street grants support high-impact projects and initiatives that benefit Camden, N.J., home of American Water’s corporate headquarters.
“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to partner with the Camden Special Services District on the City’s inaugural public recycling & pet waste station program,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “As committed stewards of the environment, the Foundation supports initiatives centered around environmental sustainability that continue to improve and enhance communities we serve.”
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 6,500 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 amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) 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 amwater.com/awcf.
About Camden Special Service District
The Camden Special Services District (CSSD), a 501(c)3, has been providing enhanced Clean and Safe services to the City of Camden since 2005. Services are provided across the downtown, the waterfront, the gateway area, and in several parks, neighborhoods, and high-traffic corridors. Yellowjacket Ambassadors deliver reliable cleaning and hospitality services, creating and maintaining friendly and inviting public spaces where people feel welcome and comfortable. All CSSD Ambassadors and Supervisors are Camden City residents.
Contacts
Alicia Barbieri
Director, Communications & External Affairs
American Water
(856) 676-8103
Raymond Romo
Interim Executive Director
Camden Special Services District
(856) 823-4282
