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American Water Charitable Foundation Awards $25,000 to Four New Jersey Nonprofits

PR Newswire•09/11/2026•15:05 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Foundation awards combined $25,000 to four New Jersey nonprofits
  • ➤Grants support housing stability, financial capability and essential-resource access
  • ➤2026 Keep Communities Flowing program funds State Strategic Impact grants
  • ➤Foundation has invested more than $25 million since 2012

Expert Statements

Heather Triarsi, Chief Executive Officer, Interfaith Neighbors

“New Jersey American Water has been a longtime partner of Interfaith Neighbors, and we are grateful for the many ways the company has supported our work and engaged with the communities we serve.”

Heather Triarsi, Chief Executive Officer, Interfaith Neighbors

“This grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation will help us expand programs that provide individuals and families with resources and opportunities to build greater financial stability.”

Kimberly Schalek Downes, Vice President of Business Development, Government and External Affairs, New Jersey American Water

“These grants strengthen relationships with organizations that are making a meaningful difference in communities across New Jersey.”

Kimberly Schalek Downes, Vice President of Business Development, Government and External Affairs, New Jersey American Water

“We have seen that work firsthand, from partnering with Interfaith Neighbors on community initiatives to employees volunteering at HomeFront's FreeStore.”

Kimberly Schalek Downes, Vice President of Business Development, Government and External Affairs, New Jersey American Water

“These Foundation grants build on those relationships while helping each organization advance programs that directly serve individuals and families.”

Sarah Steward, Chief Executive Officer, HomeFront

“At HomeFront, we work every day to help families in Central New Jersey meet immediate needs while building a path toward lasting stability: providing safe, secure housing; basic necessities; education and job training support; personal wellness resources; and support for children.”

Sarah Steward, Chief Executive Officer, HomeFront

“We are grateful to the American Water Charitable Foundation for supporting our work and to New Jersey American Water employees for lending a hand at our FreeStore.”

Sarah Steward, Chief Executive Officer, HomeFront

“Their help stocking and organizing clothing and household essentials supports the important day-to-day work to make these items available at no cost to families who need them.”

Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support organizations working to address critical community needs.”

Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation

“These grants will help expand access to housing support, financial resources and essential community services that strengthen families and communities throughout New Jersey.”

American Water Charitable Foundation Awards $25,000 to Four New Jersey Nonprofits PR Newswire

HomeFront, Interfaith Neighbors, NORWESCAP and Isles, Inc. receive State Strategic Impact grants.

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