Urban League to Handle SPLASH Assistance Program

May 29, 2007

WASAs SPLASH program (Serving People by Lending a Supporting Hand) is now administered by the Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL). SPLASH is a program designed to assist financially challenged District customers pay their water and sewer bill.

The program, funded by contributions from customers and the community, was previously managed on WASAs behalf by the Salvation Army. Since SPLASH was introduced in August 2001, $195,193 has been collected to help eligible individuals and families.

Customers can contribute to SPLASH by checking the appropriate box on their WASA bill or by contacting the Greater Washington Urban League at 202-265-8200.

For more information about GWUL, visit their website at www.gwul.org.

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