NRWA Represents the 31,000 water districts and utilities nationwide who are the backbone of this great nation. We are proud to work on their behalf.

United States
Joined January 2010
The National Rural Water Association is committed to helping rural communities grow and thrive. The slides below explain how we provide training and technical assistance for rural communities across all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
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🛍️ Shop the NRWA Store online! From hat. t-shirts, cups, and backpacks, we have something for everyone! NRWA members also get a 10% discount. 🔗: bit.pulse.ly/xd4e0ftfgd
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#ICYMI: Last week, NRWA launched the NRWA Employer Incentivization Program, which supports workforce development in rural communities through structured apprenticeship training in water and wastewater systems operations.
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The program, supported by the U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration, provides up to $20,000 in incentive payments to newly engaged employers participating in an NRWA-approved, federally registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP).
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#CyberTip - Install and Maintain Antivirus/Anti-Malware Software Water and wastewater utilities should deploy reputable, centrally managed antivirus and anti-malware protection on supported workstations, servers, mobile devices, and other compatible systems.
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Our next sponsor is Craig Kelman and Associates! Craig Kelman & Associates helps clients achieve their communication, publishing, and marketing goals by providing new ideas and a fresh perspective through professional services. #SponsorSaturday
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Apply for the Rural Water Loan Fund today, plan for the future of your system and community! Visit nrwa.pulse.ly/fk3vjjxvph to learn more about this program and to apply.
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Join NRWA and other leaders on the Value of Water Campaign Steering Committee today for #ImagineADayWithoutWater. The message is simple: water can’t be taken for granted. Let’s make sure no one has to experience a day without it.
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⭐ NRWA's Registered Apprenticeship Program is making a difference in communities, by offering a career pathway that protects public health and preserves economic vitality.
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Through the EPA Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development grant, the NRWA is uniquely positioned to recognize those in the program and support their needs.
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THIS WEEK: "The Role of 'Smart Tanks' in Distribution Water Quality Management," free webinar. Get all the details on the training tab of the NRWA website!
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(1/3) Last week, Minnesota Rural Water Association Executive Director Lori Blair participated in a roundtable discussion with Congressmen Brad Finstad and Dusty Johnson, which centered on the significant gap in rural water infrastructure funding, as well as the challenges small
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(2/3) communities face to receive funding. The roundtable meeting addressed water infrastructure needs and the importance of the funding to keep rural communities strong.
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(3/3) Additionally, Blair and NRWA Legislative Chief of Staff Leslie Barrack did a system tour of the City of St. Clair’s water treatment plant and St. Cloud’s wastewater treatment plant.
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#CyberTip - Secure Mobile and Smart Devices Utilities should secure all utility-owned and personally used mobile phones, tablets, laptops, smart sensors, and other connected devices that access utility email, cloud services, remote-management tools, or operational information.
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Next up on #SponsorSaturday is Pace! PACE is a civil engineering firm offering advanced water resource services by applying knowledge, creativity and innovative design approaches to develop aesthetic, environmentally sustainable and practical engineering solutions.
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A day without water is a day without: 🚿 A shower to start the day 💧 Thriving businesses It’s not just about what comes from the tap– it’s about everything water makes possible. Let’s protect water and take action on #ImagineADayWithoutWater this October 15.
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🖥️ Are you a utility serving a population of 10,000 or fewer? Eligible NRWA member utilities serving fewer than 10,000 people can receive 12 months of complimentary WaterISAC membership through the end of 2026! Take advantage of free cyber resources at nrwa.pulse.ly/cipuwvhxrc.
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📸 Today's #WaterTowerWednesday was submitted in this year's Rural Water on Display Photo Contest by Jay Hoffman. Have a tower you'd like to submit? DM us your photos to be considered!
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💡NRWA's Stipend program, made possible through the EPA Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development grant, is designed to expand apprenticeship opportunities and strengthen the drinking water and wastewater workforce across the country.
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