Benton Harbor Partnership

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Water quality has been an ongoing concern in Benton Harbor, Michigan, about 100 miles from Chicago. Issues with water discoloration and odor were reported starting in 2018, and testing revealed ongoing high levels of lead. 

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The Water Box uses a four-stage filtration system to help provide clean drinking water to communities in bulk, reducing the need to distribute single-use plastic bottles. Elkay decided to establish a closer long-term relationship with 501CTHREE, and in November 2021, Elkay and 501CTHREE donated a Water Box to Benton Harbor.