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How we're supporting your community
We partner with communities throughout Greater Sydney to sponsor events and activities. These collaborations help us educate people about water, wastewater, and our environmental responsibilities. We welcome your suggestions for new opportunities.
Our partners and ambassadors
Sydney Zoo
We're thrilled to be in partnership with Sydney Zoo, one of Western Sydney's most beloved attractions, which draws over one million visitors each year. Located in the heart of Greater Sydney, the zoo is a key destination for visitors from across our areas of operation. This partnership offers us a unique chance to engage with the community and share important messages about water literacy and water conservation, including their connection to wildlife and environmental preservation.
Working together, we want to empower zoo visitors to take action by saving water or making eco-friendly choices at home. Our goal is to inspire real-world change that can protect our animals and their habitats. We're excited about this collaboration, as it strengthens our commitment to sustainability, helps us to create a positive legacy, and underscores our dedication to caring for the environment.
WaterAid
WaterAid transforms lives by improving access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation in the world's poorest communities. As Australia's largest water utility, we share WaterAid's vision that everyone, everywhere, should have access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
Community and events
Community grants support projects coordinated by local groups.
Community grants
Sydney Water, through its annual Community Grants Program, supports local community groups across Sydney, the Blue Mountains, and the Illawarra area, with community grants of up to $10,000. Visit community grants for the latest information.
Portable water refill stations for community events
We're pleased to be able to lend our portable water refill stations to councils for community events.
We want to make affordable drinking water available for everyone, even when they're away from home. Our portable water refill stations also reduce the need to buy water in plastic bottles, protecting the environment.
If you're a council or community organisation interested in borrowing portable water refill stations, book here or find out more.
Bring your own drink bottle and refill it at approved community events.
Donations and fundraising
We often lend a hand when disaster strikes.
Our fundraising and donations program helps staff give back to causes and charities close to their hearts.
Payroll donations
For the payroll donations last year the figure was $173,000 which included payroll donations and matched giving by us.
Emergency and disaster relief appeals
There are times when we help with disaster relief or emergency situations. This may mean:
- providing hands-on assistance
- giving expert advice
- supporting our staff to fund-raise.
Sponsorship and donation requests
Sponsorship
We work proactively with communities to identify sponsorship opportunities that deliver value for money and benefit our customers.
Community grants
Grassroots community and charity groups can apply for community grants.
Merchandise
We only produce enough merchandise for specific events because we're conscious of our environmental footprint. This means we're generally unable to provide items for show bags or giveaways.