Welcome to the DC Water SPLASH Program!
Your donation can make a difference for someone in need.

 

You Can Make an Impact!


"SPLASH helped me keep my water on during a tough time. I'm grateful for this support!"  - D.C. Resident

 
Help Make a Difference

Join the SPLASH Community! Help ensure all DC residents have access to essential water and sewer services by donating to the SPLASH fund now. SPLASH - Serving People Lending a Supporting Hand – provides assistance to those facing financial hardship or in need of a helping hand. Through the generosity of customers like you, our dedicated employees, the Board of Directors, and our wonderful community partners, we are making a difference in the lives of District residents.  

We’ve set a goal to raise $100,000. Let’s reach this goal together and Ensure Every Drop Counts! All donations to SPLASH are tax-deductible.

💙 Donate TODAY – Every dollar of your donation goes directly to support households in need, ensuring vital access to essential water and sewer services, and strengthens our shared community.

*Minimum online donation: $10. Credit card donations incur a $1.95 processing fee; E-check payments are FREE.

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How to Apply 

Applying for SPLASH is simple and accessible. The program, administered in partnership with the Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL), helps eligible D.C. residents facing financial challenges with their water and sewer bills.

📌 Step-by-Step Guide:

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Why You Should Apply

💧 Don’t Wait—Help is Available! If you or someone you know can benefit from receiving assistance with water bills, SPLASH may provide relief. Applying today can help keep essential services running uninterrupted.

Over the years, SPLASH has helped thousands of D.C. residents maintain access to safe, reliable water. Join the many who have benefited!

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Program Requirements

To qualify for assistance through the SPLASH program, your household must meet the income requirements based on Federal Guidelines shown below: 

2025 Household Size
Maximum Annual Income
1 Person $57,571
2 Person $75,286
3 Person $93,001
4 Person $110,715
5 Person $128,429
6 Person $146,144
7 Person $149,465
8 Person $152,787

Note: Income limits are subject to change based on federal guidelines which are updated annually. 

Required Documents
To complete your application, please have the following documents ready. 
•    Photo ID
•    Social Security Cards (for everyone age 18 and over)
•    Birth Certificates (for everyone age 17 and under)
•    Proof of Income (pay stubs, benefits statements, etc.)
•    Current Water/Sewer Bill

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Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

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Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.