NAACP Butte County Chapter Recognizes Cal Water with Award for Commitment to Supporting Oroville, Chico Communities

Core Viewpoint - California Water Service (Cal Water) has been recognized by the NAACP Butte County Chapter with the 2024 Excellence in Community Grants & Scholarships Award for its commitment to improving local communities and investing in the future of Butte County's youth [1][2]. Group 1: Community Engagement and Contributions - Cal Water has sponsored NAACP events for the past three years to raise funds for student scholarships and has contributed over $500,000 in Butte County through various initiatives over the past five years [1]. - The utility offers a yearly College Scholarship Program for students in its service areas and an annual Firefighter Grant Program [1]. - The recognition from the NAACP highlights Cal Water's dedication to empowering youth and fostering positive change in the community [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - California Water Service provides water utility services to over 2 million people through 497,700 service connections statewide [3]. - The company's mission includes enhancing the quality of life for customers and communities by investing in water and wastewater infrastructure and sustainability initiatives [3]. - Cal Water has received accolades such as being named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" and the "World's Most Trustworthy Companies" by Newsweek [3].