APW Sponsors
Arizona Project WET thrives due to the generous contributions of government agencies, private companies, corporations, foundations and nongovernmental organizations who share in the conviction that water is life and education empowers. The support of these sponsors boldly proclaims that APW equips teachers and students to protect, conserve, and manage water resources by providing programs, instruction, resources and teaching tools that impart best educational practices. Water stewardship is a community ethic built through strong relationships and sustained partnerships.
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust
The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust seeks to help people in need, especially women, children and families; to protect animals and nature; and to enrich community life in the metropolitan areas of Indianapolis and Phoenix. The Trust provides grants to nonprofit organizations that focus on the philanthropic interests and causes Nina Pulliam supported during her lifetime. Further, the Trust seeks to embody her values by encouraging people to take advantage of opportunities that enhance the quality of their lives. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Arizona Hydrological Society
Formed in 1985, AHS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing hydrology and water resource research, planning, and development. We not only provide an open forum for professionals to exchange information, but we also support public understanding, education, and training in the science and technology of hydrology and water resources. An important part of AHS’ mission is promoting the responsible use, management, and preservation of water resources in the arid southwest. AHS is also dedicated to helping establish standards for the practice of hydrology as a profession. To support these goals, AHS funds meetings, scholarships, grants, symposia, and other outreach and educational activities. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Scottsdale
In 1888, U.S. Army Chaplain Winfield Scott visited the Salt River Valley, was impressed with its potential, and subsequently made a down payment on 640 acres to start a farming operation. Scott's purchase, near the heart of present-day downtown Scottsdale, would be the impetus for the development of the city that bears his name. Scottsdale "The West's Most Western Town" was incorporated in 1951 with a population of only 2,000 and is now called home to more than 223,000 people. The Water Conservation division of Scottsdale's Water Resources Department helps ensure that they will be able to maintain the quality of life their citizens have come to enjoy in the great Sonoran Desert through best water management practices. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
The mission of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world by fostering love, appreciation, and understanding of the Sonoran Desert. The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a 98-acre museum and zoo founded in 1952 and is one of the most visited attractions in Tucson. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Carollo Engineers
"Dedicated to creative, responsive, quality solutions to those we serve." Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Goodyear
Goodyear, Arizona is a city with a rich, rewarding quality of life and tremendous community spirit, exemplified by its winning two prestigious national awards in 2008 - the All-America City and City Livability awards. Nestled in the shadows of the Estrella Mountains, Goodyear is one of the fastest growing cities in the Valley. A mere 20 minutes west of downtown Phoenix, Goodyear offers all the advantages of a small community, with all the cultural and entertainment resources the metro Phoenix area offers. The Water Production Division is responsible for the extraction and treatment of water from the City's underground water source, ensuring that it meets environmental quality standards, and storing it in order to meet the daily demands for water by customers in the City of Goodyear service area. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Yuma
The City of Yuma Public Works Department is responsible for water delivery and prides itself on the fact that their water quality is high. Every year they conduct more than 4,000 tests for 240 different contaminants at source water locations and throughout their water system. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Yavapai County Board of Supervisors, District 3
The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors is responsible for the financing and administration of County government, has final approval over County department budgets, governs tax rates and calculates all other tax rates. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Town of Payson Water Department
The Town of Payson Water Department is a public water utility that supplies drinking water to approximately 16,000 people within a 19.5 square mile area. The water system includes 42 active production wells, over 8 million gallons of storage capacity, over 180 miles of distribution lines, booster-pumping stations, a groundwater recharge project, and water treatment facilities. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Flagstaff Utilities
The City of Flagstaff Utility's mission is to professionally and cost-effectively provide water, wastewater and stormwater services that meet the present and future environmental, health, and safety needs of the community. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Phoenix College
Phoenix College delivers teaching and learning experiences that inspire the lifelong pursuit of educational, professional, and personal goals for our diverse urban community. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Global Water
Global Water was founded to aggregate and consolidate small to medium-sized water and wastewater utilities in the southwestern United States. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Global Water has assembled a board of directors and investors with specific and relevant experience in utility consolidation, finance, and operations management. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Kohl's
Kohl's mission is to be the leading family-focused, value-oriented, specialty department store offering quality exclusive and national brand merchandise to the customer in an environment that is convenient, friendly and exciting. Since 1962, Kohl’s has been one of the nation’s most trusted names in retail — which is due in large part to our commitment to excellence in both product and staff. The heart of our company is Kohl's Cares. With gifts of talent, time and money, we're making our communities happier, healthier, greener places to live and work.We actively support kids' health and education initiatives in communities nationwide. With over a decade of dedication and hundreds of millions of dollars raised, we aim to give kids a happier, healthier future. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Central Arizona Project
Central Arizona Project (CAP) is the steward of central Arizona's Colorado River water entitlement and a collaborative leader in Arizona's water community. The CAP aqueduct system was engineered to deliver an average of 1.5 million acre-feet of water per year to central and southern Arizona, including the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas. The canal system stretches 336 miles across the state, lifts the water more than 2,900 vertical feet, and incorporates control structures and pumping plants to regulate the flow of water. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
The Abbott Fund
"A Promise for Life" is our commitment-what we believe in and what we value-reminding us of why our work matters to the people we serve. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR)
In 1980, the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) was created to secure long-term dependable water supplies for Arizona's communities. The Department: - administers and enforces Arizona’s groundwater code, and surface water rights laws (except those related to water quality); - negotiates with external political entities to protect Arizona's Colorado River water supply; - oversees the use of surface and groundwater resources under state jurisdiction, and - represents Arizona in discussions of water rights with the federal government. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Peoria
The City of Peoria's mission statement is to provide excellent municipal services by anticipating community needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability and embracing diversity. Founded by settlers from Illinois in 1886, this onetime farming community was one of the nation’s fastest growing cities during the recent growth boom. Officially incorporated in 1954, the city has grown from the original one square mile in Oldtown Peoria to more than 176 square miles of beautiful Sonoran desert in both Maricopa and Yavapai counties. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Avondale
Avondale: a city of variety, vitality, and values, whose citizens pursue an active role in molding a great place to live, work,and play, in a manner respectful of the city’s rich history, growing culture, and invaluable natural resources. With its focus on the quality of life of residents and visitors, Avondale offers nearly 200 acres of parks and 7.5 miles of lakeside trails for active and passive activities. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Liberty Utilities
Liberty Utilities, whose parent company is Algonquin Power and Utilities Corp., is a values-driven company. Our brand values shape our corporate culture and unite our national, collective efforts to deliver quality water, gas and water distribution services to small and mid-sized communities across the United States. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
EPCOR WATER
Our mission is to make life better in our communities by providing clean water and safe, reliable electricity. Our vision is to be a premier North American essential services company, providing great tasting drinking water, clean wastewater and safe, reliable electricity in an environmentally responsible manner. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Freeport McMoRan
RESOURCES THAT FUEL GLOBAL GROWTH Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold is a premier U.S.-based natural resource company with an industry leading global portfolio of mineral assets, significant oil and gas resources and a growing production profile. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Salt River Project
As one of Arizona's largest utilities, Salt River Project has delivered low-cost, reliable power and water for more than 100 years. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
City of Tucson Water
Tucson Water is a department of the City of Tucson, Arizona, government and operates as a Public Water Utility serving residential, commercial and industrial customers both within and outside of the city's boundaries. Tucson Water's authority and responsibility is derived from the City Charter and ordinances and resolutions of the Mayor and Council. Tucson Water has been the City's municipal water utility since 1900. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Town of Gilbert
Gilbert, the "Golden Rule Town," is home to approximately 208,453 people. Three school districts serve the children of Gilbert: Gilbert Public Schools District, Chandler School District, and Higley School District. Two utilities serve Gilbert residents and businesses: Arizona Public Service, which serves a four square mile area of central Gilbert, and the Salt River Project, which provides electricity to the rest of Gilbert and several industrial parks. Wastewater is treated by the Gilbert Utilities Department. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
The Nature Conservancy
The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. In Arizona, the Conservancy works to protext the lands and waters that make Arizona the place we love. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
SCA Tissue Flagstaff
SCA manufactures and sells the TENA line of bladder protection and incontinence care products and the Tork line of recycled napkins, toweling, bath and facial tissue and specialty wipers, as well as innovative dispenser systems and soap systems. Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
Intel Corporation
"Inspiration, in unlikely places, performed by courageous and resourceful people around the globe." Thanks to this sponsor, the following APW Programs are successfully improving education and water stewardship in Arizona:
