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DAVENPORT, IA – OCTOBER 8, 2025 — Iowa American Water, in collaboration with the American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), announced today that the Foundation awarded a $5,000 State Strategic Impact grant to the Quad Cities Community Foundation. Funding will support fire departments located within the company’s service areas, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to public safety and recognizing the vital role these departments play in protecting local communities.
“Partnerships like this make a real difference in the safety and quality of life in our region,” said Anne Calder, Vice President of Development at the Quad Cities Community Foundation. "We’re thankful to Iowa American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation for recognizing the essential role of our fire departments and for investing in the well-being of the communities we all call home.”
“Being a good corporate neighbor and an engaged community partner has always been central to who we are as a company,” said Brad Nielsen, President of Iowa American Water. “We’re honored to support the Quad Cities Community Foundation in its shared commitment to public safety and to invest in the essential work of local first responders who protect the communities we serve.”
The 2025 grant recipients include:
- Bettendorf Fire Department
- Blue Grass Fire Department
- Clinton Fire Department
- Davenport Fire Department
- Dixon Fire Department
- Donahue Fire Department
- LeClaire Fire Department
- Riverdale Fire Department
Each uniformed professional and volunteer fire department will receive a grant to help offset costs related to equipment and training. Eligible expenses include personal protective gear, communications equipment, firefighting tools, water handling equipment, and other materials or activities that support community fire protection efforts.
The State Strategic Impact Grant is part of the Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, focusing on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. These grants support high-impact projects and initiatives throughout American Water’s regulated footprint.
“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to partner with Iowa American Water to support public safety and the firefighters who safeguard our communities every day. Our charitable focus to Keep Communities Flowing empowers our community partners to make meaningful long-term differences in the lives of those they serve," said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation.
“Announcing this grant during Fire Prevention Week gives us a meaningful opportunity to publicly express our deep gratitude for the brave firefighting professionals in our service communities,” Nielsen added. “We are thankful every day for their unwavering dedication and selfless commitment to protecting lives and property.”
More information about how we support our communities is available on the company’s website at www.iowaamwater.com.
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.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
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 Quad Cities Community Foundation
Since 1964, the Quad Cities Community Foundation has championed the causes and organizations that benefit us all and make the Quad Cities region a great place to live, work, and play. Stewarding the giving of generous community members, the Community Foundation supports grants for vital nonprofits, scholarships for local students, and a wide range of community resources—from parks and music venues to food banks and health services.
About Iowa American Water
Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 227,000 people.