CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec.
18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Water Center (GWC) is proud to announce a generous commitment from Julie and Steve Vanderboom, who have pledged $600,000 per year for the next three years to support GWC’s groundbreaking initiatives. This substantial donation, totaling $1.8 million, will cover 10% of GWC's $18 million goal to accelerate the end of the global water crisis.
This transformative support will position GWC as the go-to resource for the rural water sector. With a focus on sustainable and scalable solutions, GWC aims to foster global collaboration, develop and implement training programs, provide technical assistance, and roll out a cutting-edge monitoring and data management platform to support and strengthen the delivery of safely managed water. "We are deeply appreciative of Julie and Steve Vanderboom for their visionary support," said Thomas Johnston, CEO of Global Water Center.
"They are truly pace setters in GWC’s development, and their generosity will have a profound and lasting impact on communities around the world." In addition to their financial support, Steve Vanderboom’s active involvement as a founding member of GWC’s Board of Directors exemplifies his commitment to advancing the organization’s mission. Drawing on his expertise as founder and CEO of Pace Analytical, Steve also chairs the Board’s Finance and Audit committee and serves on the Advancement and Global Engagement committee.
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