News & Community

Building strong communities is hard work and one of the most important things we do. We're dedicated to helping our communities be more vibrant places to live, work, and play, and hope to earn their support by being involved and concerned corporate citizens.

Our community involvement draws on the unique talents of our employees as well as the resources of our business. Through community giving, in-kind donations, partnerships and volunteering, we demonstrate our commitment to programs that address community-specific needs.

As a company, we work with several community-based partners throughout our service areas to positively impact the overall quality of life where our employees and neighbors live and work. It takes more than a one-time grant or volunteer effort to make a lasting difference, so we seek out and support organizations that understand how to best meet the needs of the communities we serve.

Download Missouri American Water’s latest Community Impact Report.

Speaker and Donation Requests:

We are sometimes asked to speak at conferences, community events, and schools. If you are interested in tapping into our water industry expertise for your event or would like us to consider supporting a cause, please fill out this form. We offer general charitable contributions for community events, activities and organizations that focus on water and the environment, water and healthy living, environmental education, and community sustainability. Request a Missouri American Water Speaker or donation by filling out this form.

Volunteer Requests:

Our volunteer endeavors are driven by our employees’ commitment to strengthen their communities through volunteer action and leadership. Each year, they give thousands of hours of their time and expertise to support the communities where they live and work, as well as where we do business. Request Missouri American Water volunteers using this form.

Virtual Plant Tour Request:

Please complete this form If you are interested in gaining access to the American Water's virtual plant tour.

Firefighter Grant Program:

Missouri American Water is committed to strengthening the partnerships we have in place with our local fire departments and districts. Our firefighter grant program is designed to provide financial assistance to fire and emergency organizations serving communities in our service area. Applications are accepted each August. learn more and apply online for Missouri American Water’s Firefighter Grant Program.

Hydration Station Grant Program:

Missouri American Water is committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve by providing quality water services to our customers and supporting community, civic and charitable organizations. Our Hydration Station Grant Program is designed to make safe and healthy hydration more accessible in public spaces while also promoting environmental stewardship, as it helps reduce the number of plastic bottles that end up in landfills and bodies of water. This program will provide funding to select 501(c)(3) public charities and K-12 public schools located within a community served by Missouri American Water. Park foundations and nonprofit charitable groups may apply. Applications are accepted each spring. Learn more and apply online for Missouri American Water's Hydration Station Grant Program.

Local Projects:

There are significant improvements needed to aging water and wastewater systems across Missouri and beyond. Providing high quality water and wastewater service is our top priority. Each year we invest hundreds of millions of dollars to upgrade our systems to continue providing essential services in the communities we serve. Learn More about Missouri American Water’s Local Projects.