GENERAL PURPOSE
Last Awarded In
2024
Median Grant
$6,000
Grant Range
$500 – $626,701
States & Territories
24 states
Apply through the foundation’s stated online grants portal and follow the Benevity submission requirements; ensure 501(c)(3) status and clearly demonstrate local community impact and alignment with disaster relief, basic-needs, or environmental/water stewardship priorities. Emphasize measurable outcomes and connection to communities served by American Water, and use the named grant email for portal questions rather than attempting paper submission.
Source: Website — Mar 2026
Application Contact
Apply online through the American Water Charitable Foundation’s online Benevity Grants system. Paper applications will not be accepted.
General Contact
Contact for guidance, media quotes and logo approval.
General Contact
Call 24/7 for any emergency. For non-emergencies, Mon - Fri 7am-7pm.
Source: Zeffy Agent — Mar 2026, IRS Filing — 2024
