FGUA supports its communities through year-round outreach and education initiatives. We conduct public awareness campaigns, deliver presentations to local organizations and schools, and participate in community events throughout our service areas.
We also offer educational materials and resources designed for customers, residents, educators, and students seeking to learn more about water quality, conservation, and utility operations.
To learn more about how we can serve your community, please email communityoutreach@fgua.com. For members of the media, please see our “Newsroom”.
The Poster Contest is a hands-on program that brings water conservation to life in the classroom. Each year, students from nearly half of Pasco County’s elementary schools, along with private and homeschool groups, participate. Exciting prizes and strong community support adding to the fun. Recognized locally and nationally for its impact, this award-winning program gives teachers an easy, meaningful way to connect creativity with real-world learning.
CLICK HERE to open the Watercontest.org website.
Through creativity, conservation, and community support, this FGUA program helps raise funds for Lehigh Acres residents who are struggling to pay their water utility bills.
CLICK HERE to open the Rain Barrel Painting Contest webpage.
The FGUA Flush Smart Florida campaign encourages customers to only flush the 3Ps down the toilet – pee, poop and (toilet) paper. When other items are flushed, they don’t break down properly and can clog pipes, damage pumps, and disrupt water treatment equipment.
These blockages can lead to sewer backups, environmental contamination, and costly repairs. Flushing smart helps protect homes, infrastructure, and Florida’s waterways.
CLICK HERE to open the Flush Smart Florida campaign webpage.
FGUA is proud to be recognized at the state and national level for excellence in public outreach, education, and utility service. These honors reflect our commitment to improving water and wastewater systems while strengthening the communities we serve.
Recently, FGUA’s Lehigh Acres Rain Barrel Painting Contest has been recognized for its impact and innovation. The program was named “Best in Class” by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association at the 2025 FSWWA Water Conservation Awards in the Program Element–Single Program Highlight category.
The award recognizes programs that successfully promote water conservation while engaging and educating the community.
2026: United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): AQUARIUS Award for Excellence in Innovative Financing for the FGUA/Nassau County American Beach Well and Septic Phase Out Project.
2026: United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): PISCES Award for Excellence in Community Engagement for the FGUA/Nassau County American Beach Well and Septic Phase Out Project
2026: FWEA Collection System of the Year (Small Collection System, under 10,000 customers): FGUA Nassau Amelia Utilities System
2025: Senator’s Pride of Florida Award, for its efforts to provide services to underserved communities in Florida.
2025: FSAWWA Water Conservation Award for Excellence, Best in Class, Lehigh Acres Rain Barrel Painting Contest
2023: Florida Water Environment Associations (FWEA): Public Education Award, Organizational Category, for Promotion of Environmental Awareness and Public Outreach
2023: Water Environment Federation (WEF): Public Communications and Outreach Program Award
2021: Florida Section American Water Works Association (FSAWWA) Water Conservation Award for Excellence, Best in Class, FGUA/Pasco County Utilities Water Awareness Poster Contest
Explore educational materials and tools designed for teachers, students, and the broader community. From classroom-ready activities to guides on water conservation and environmental stewardship, these resources help make water systems easier to understand.
Explore Resources for Teachers & Students.
View/Download Flush Smart Florida activity book
Interested in learning more about water quality, conservation, or how your local utility operates?
FGUA staff are available to speak with schools, community groups, and organizations across our service areas.
Submit a request to schedule a presentation by visiting Contact Us.
Want to sponsor an FGUA event or have an upcoming event that could benefit from an in-kind partnership with the FGUA?
If there is any interest in sponsoring an FGUA event or having FGUA as an in-kind sponsor at a community event, please reach out to communityoutreach@fgua.com. Please also review the FGUA Sponsorship Book located here to learn more about FGUA events and opportunities.
What benefits come with sponsorship?
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