Mayor John Giles, City of Mesa | City of Mesa website
Mayor John Giles, City of Mesa | City of Mesa website
The City of Mesa is hosting two water donation events to address the increased community demand for bottled water amidst record-breaking temperatures. The drop-off events are scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 21 from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Mesa Convention Center, and Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Mesa Arts Center.
Since May 6, the Hydration Donation Campaign has collected 363,849 bottles of water, aiming to reach a goal of 700,000 bottles. The campaign focuses on aiding those in need, particularly the unsheltered population enduring extreme heat.
“I’m always amazed to see how Mesa residents and businesses share their generosity through the annual Hydration Donation Campaign,” said Mayor John Giles. “Donating a case of water or making a modest contribution could be a lifesaver.”
The campaign offers 21 drop-off locations throughout the city, with details available on www.mesaaz.gov/H2OMesa. Cash donations are also accepted.
“United Food Bank is grateful for the donations of water and money we have received so far,” said Jason Reed, United Food Bank President and CEO. “We know there are businesses and residents out there who can still help.”
Significant contributions include:
- Mesa Chamber of Commerce: 18 pallets (approximately 39,560 bottles)
- Google Fiber: Approximately 10 pallets (21,980 bottles)
- Norris Air: Three pallets (more than 6,500 bottles)
- Walmart: Approximately 38,400 bottles
- Niagara: More than 35,500 bottles
- Eastmark: More than 9,400 bottles
- Superstition Springs Elementary: More than 33,500 bottles
- Via Church: More than 5,600 bottles
- Mesa East Stake: More than 7,600 bottles
Other notable donors include Parker and Sons (more than 32,800 bottles), DPR Construction (approximately 18,400 bottles), and Northrop Grumman (more than 15,350 bottles).
A unique initiative called the One Ton Water Challenge encourages donations by purchasing a pallet of water weighing more than one ton for approximately $210.
The campaign will continue collecting water until Friday, Sept. 27.
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