Can't Pay? Let's Talk.
Payment arrangements are a collection assistance program that DMWW offers to eligible customers. Customers must honor their commitment to pay or communicate when they are unable to do so in order to remain eligible for this assistance.
Partnered Customer Assistance Programs
DMWW partners with community organizations that administer local, state and federal assistance funding programs. These outside agencies have established resources and tools to meet with customers and use a formula with specific criteria to determine eligibility for funding programs.
PROJECT H2O (Help To Others)
PROJECT H2O is a program established by Des Moines Water Works and is funded annually by the Board of Trustees. In addition, contributions from the community are accepted. This program helps in assisting low-income households in Des Moines Water Works’ direct service areas (e.g. Des Moines, Alleman, Berwick, Cumming, Pleasant Hill, Polk County, Polk County Rural Water District #1, Runnells, Warren County and Windsor Heights) with payment of their water bills. Since Des Moines Water Works is a local utility, every dollar you give helps someone in our community.
- How are recipients selected? PROJECT H2O partners with Impact Community Action Partnership and The Salvation Army. These outside, nonprofit agencies use a formula with specific criteria to determine who is eligible to receive funds. Each qualified applicant may receive up to $125 annually.
- Am I eligible to receive funds? Please contact Impact Community Action Partnership by phone (515) 518-4770 to speak to someone about eligibility requirements and how to apply for assistance. Their hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm. You may also contact The Salvation Army by phone at (515) 282-3422 or in person at 1326 Sixth Avenue, Des Moines. Their hours of operation are Monday: 9:30 am-Noon and 1:00-3:30 pm; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:00 am-Noon and 1:00-3:30 pm; and Wednesday: 9:00 am-Noon and 1:30-3:30 pm Appointments for the week are made ONLY by telephone starting at 8:30 am on Mondays.
- How can I contribute to PROJECT H2O? Contributing is easy. Simply complete the printable pledge card and indicate whether you would like to make a one-time donation or a monthly pledge. Mail or drop off your pledge form, along with your contribution to: Des Moines Water Works 2201 George Flagg Parkway Des Moines, Iowa 50321-1190
