~ Mesa's annual Hydration Donation Campaign is facing a critical shortage of water as the demand for bottles of water in the community has reached an all-time high. In response, the City of Mesa has announced two drop-off events to make it easier for residents to donate cases of water.

The first event will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 21 from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Mesa Convention Center, located at 263 N. Center St., between Buildings B and C. The second event will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Mesa Arts Center, located at 1 E. Main St., in the south parking lot.

Since the start of the campaign on May 6, over 360,000 bottles of water have been donated, but this is only halfway towards the goal of collecting 700,000 bottles of water. The City is urging residents to donate bottles of water or make online contributions to help those in need, particularly those who are unsheltered and facing extreme conditions during this record-breaking summer.

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Mayor John Giles expressed his gratitude for the generosity shown by Mesa residents and businesses through their support for this campaign. He emphasized that even small contributions can make a big difference in saving lives during these dangerous heat waves.

The Hydration Donation Campaign has set up 21 drop-off locations throughout Mesa where people can donate water. A list of these locations can be found on their website at www.mesaaz.gov/H2OMesa. Cash donations are also accepted.

Jason Reed, President and CEO of United Food Bank, expressed his appreciation for the donations received so far but stressed that there is still a long way to go in meeting the needs of the community. He urged businesses and residents who are able to help to do so now as every donation counts towards saving lives.

This summer, the campaign has received significant donations from various businesses, nonprofit organizations, and residents. The Mesa Chamber of Commerce donated 18 pallets of water, equivalent to approximately 39,560 bottles. Google Fiber and Norris Air also made substantial contributions of 10 pallets (21,980 bottles) and three pallets (6,500 bottles) respectively.

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Walmart donated a whopping 38,400 bottles of water for the campaign kickoff while Niagara contributed over 35,500 bottles. Eastmark community donated over 9,400 bottles during their annual water drive and Superstition Springs Elementary donated more than 33,500 bottles before the end of the school year.

Other notable donations include those from Via Church (5,600 bottles), Mesa East Stake (7,600 bottles), Parker and Sons (32,800 bottles), DPR Construction (18,400 bottles), and Northrop Grumman (15,350 bottles).

One unique way to donate is through the One Ton Water Challenge. This initiative encourages businesses and individuals to purchase a pallet of water weighing over one ton for approximately $210. The cost can be split among individuals or businesses can donate a pallet in person at the Klaus Team Real Estate office in Mesa. For more information on this challenge or to donate a pallet directly, contact Mandy Hodges at mhodges@unitedfoodbank.org.

The Hydration Donation Campaign will continue collecting water until Friday, Sept. 27. The City of Mesa urges everyone who is able to contribute to do so as soon as possible to help those in need during this critical time.

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