Lenexa, KS – January 5th, 2026 - WaterOne is proud to announce the launch of the WaterOne Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to fostering a future where safe, reliable water is sustained through education, service, and community support. As part of its mission, the Foundation is introducing a $1,500 scholarship to support students pursuing STEM careers in the water sector.
Created in 2021 as an extension of WaterOne, the Foundation engages in charitable initiatives related to public drinking water, including the promotion and advancement of education, science, and community support. The Foundation is entirely self-sustaining, relying on donations from individuals and community partners who share its vision for the future of water.
The Foundation is governed by an appointed Board of volunteers who donate their time and resources to guide its vision and cultivate donors aligned with its mission.
WaterOne is a public non-profit water utility committed to serving delicious, high-quality, reliable drinking water to almost half-million customers.
For more information, to donate or to apply for the scholarship, visit WaterOneFoundation.org.
Media Contact:
Kelly Fry
Manager – Communications/PIO
kfry@waterone.org