Pennsylvania American Water Awards $36K+ in Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Funding to 13 Organizations
February 13 2024 - 1:39PM
Business Wire
In conjunction with Black History Month, celebrating the rich
cultural heritage, triumphs and struggles of one the United States’
diverse populations, Pennsylvania American Water today announced
the recipients of its annual corporate funding aimed at supporting
inclusion, diversity and equity efforts. Charitable donations
awarded to 13 organizations across the company’s service territory
totaled $36,500.
“Investing in organizations that promote inclusion, diversity
and equity-related initiatives is a key component of Pennsylvania
American Water’s community engagement strategy,” said company
president Justin Ladner. “Through this funding, we demonstrate our
continued commitment to helping create inclusive and welcoming
communities across the Commonwealth.”
Pennsylvania American Water selected the following organizations
across its service territory that support and reflect the company’s
inclusion, diversity and equity values and efforts:
- NEPA Youth Shelter
- Scranton Fringe Festival
- ACLAMO
- African American Chamber of Western PA
- Berks Latino Workforce Development Corporation
- CEO Commission on Economic Opportunity
- City of Coatesville
- Keystone Business Alliance
- Layers of Black History
- LGBT Equality Alliance of Chester County
- Norristown Chamber of Commerce
- Rainbow Rose Center
- 2nd Century Alliance
“We are extremely thankful for the generous donation that
Pennsylvania American Water contributed to the Layers of Black
History book drive,” said Corey Dupree, one of the organization’s
co-founders. “With their donation we were able to provide over 150
books highlighting diversity and representation in literature. We
are beyond excited to continue spreading the mission of
sustainability and environmental justice alongside partners like
Pennsylvania American Water!”
About Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water
(NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the
state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater
services to approximately 2.4 million people. With a history dating
back to 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically
diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company.
The company employs approximately 6,400 dedicated professionals who
provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater
services to an estimated 14 million people in 24 states. American
Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services
to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more
information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on
Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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Gary Lobaugh Senior Manager, Government and External Affairs,
Western PA 724-873-3674 gary.lobaugh@amwater.com
David Misner External Affairs Manager, Central PA 717-262-7525
david.misner@amwater.com
Kara Rahn Senior Manager, Government and External Affairs,
Eastern PA 484-238-5216 kara.rahn@amwater.com
Susan Turcmanovich External Affairs Manager, Northeast PA
570-351-0120 susan.turcmanovich@amwater.com
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