American Water Charitable Foundation Awards $10,000 Grant to Help Heartland Students Build Financial Skills

Lysa Hegland, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of the Heartland

“We are excited to continue our partnership with Iowa American Water and grateful to the American Water Charitable Foundation for its $10,000 investment in Junior Achievement of the Heartland and the future of our students. This support helps bring financial literacy to life while strengthening the workforce readiness skills young people need to make informed decisions, pursue career opportunities, and build a strong financial future.”

Brad Nielsen, President of Iowa American Water

“At Iowa American Water, we believe preparing young people for the future begins with practical learning experiences that connect classroom lessons to everyday life. The Foundation's support of JA Finance Park will help students understand how essential household services such as water fit into a budget, while building the financial literacy, decision-making and career-readiness skills they need to thrive.”

Carrie Williams, President of the American Water Charitable Foundation

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support initiatives that provide access to high-quality learning students need to be successful. We take pride in supporting American Water's continued efforts to be a responsible neighbor and reliable partner in the community.”