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Iowa American Water Announces Launch of 2026 American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant Program
Iowa American Water is thrilled to announce the launch of the American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation projects.
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