Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign Still Needs Water

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~ Mesa's annual Hydration Donation Campaign is in full swing, and the city is calling on its residents and businesses to continue their generous support. The campaign, which aims to provide relief to those in need during the scorching summer heat, has already received an overwhelming response since its launch on May 5.

According to the latest figures, the campaign has received a total of 193,352 bottles of water and $50,469 in cash donations. These contributions have been utilized by United Food Bank to purchase an additional 187,500 bottles of water, bringing the total number of bottles donated to a staggering 380,852.

Mayor Mark Freeman expressed his gratitude towards the community for their unwavering support. "It's inspiring to see the generosity of Mesa residents and businesses shine through each year during the Hydration Donation Campaign," he said. "Whether it's a case of water or a modest cash donation, every contribution can truly be a lifesaver. I'm confident we'll reach - and likely exceed - our campaign goal."

This year's goal is set at collecting 500,000 bottles of water and $40,000 in cash donations to purchase more water. Residents can donate water at various drop-off locations throughout the city. The complete list of locations can be found on mesaaz.gov/H2OMesa. Cash donations are also accepted by United Food Bank.

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Jason Reed, President and CEO of United Food Bank, expressed his gratitude for the support received so far but emphasized that there is still a great need in the community. "Every bottle of water and every dollar truly makes a difference," he said. "If you're in a position to help, now is the time. Whether it's a five-dollar donation or a case of water, you could be saving someone's life. Every donation counts."

The campaign has seen several large donations from businesses, nonprofit organizations, and residents this summer. Walmart donated 34,560 bottles, while several businesses including EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure, EdgeConneX, Data Center Coalition, Strategic Mission Critical, Holder Construction, Global Roofing, and DP Electric collectively donated more than $22,500 at the campaign kickoff in May.

Other notable donations include a $5,000 contribution from Bombard Electric in May and 13,167 bottles of water from Superstition Springs Elementary. Baseline Christian Fellowship collected 3,642 bottles during a water drive, and St. Luke's Lutheran Church donated 3,680 bottles. The Dorado Canyon 55+ HOA made a cash donation of $440 in addition to donating 1,920 bottles of water.

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The generosity continued with Apache Wells Community Church making two cash donations totaling $2,820 and Klaus Team Real Estate Solutions donating 4,214 bottles from a shred-a-thon they hosted along with a cash donation equivalent to three pallets of water or 7,830 bottles. The Bottles for Bill campaign also contributed over $4,400.

Eastmark residents also showed their support by donating nearly 2,000 bottles during a community drive and making an online donation of $3,085 for an estimated total of 26,000 bottles.

Sally Harrison, President and CEO of Mesa Chamber of Commerce praised the business community for their contributions. "The Mesa business community has always stepped up to help this lifesaving cause," she said. "I'm confident we will see even more generous donations of both water and cash in the weeks ahead as groups rise to the challenge and match contributions to this critical effort."

The Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign will continue until Tuesday, September 30th. With the support shown so far by the community and businesses alike, it is expected that the campaign will not only meet but exceed its goal this year.

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