Watts Named Among Top 300 Most Charitable U.S. Companies
Key Highlights
- Watts Water Technologies was named to Newsweek’s 2026 list of Most Charitable Companies, ranking among the top 300 U.S.-based firms.
- The ranking was based on a comprehensive evaluation including surveys, social listening, and key performance indicators related to philanthropy and employee engagement.
- CEO Robert J. Pagano Jr. highlighted the company’s commitment to community impact and plans for expanding charitable initiatives worldwide.
NORTH ANDOVER, Massachusetts — Watts Water Technologies, Inc. has been named to Newsweek’s 2026 list of Most Charitable Companies, recognizing the company’s philanthropic impact and community engagement efforts.
According to Newsweek and research partner Statista, the ranking evaluated the top 2,000 U.S.-headquartered public companies through a multi-layered methodology. The analysis incorporated a panel survey, social listening, and key performance indicator data to assess public perception, corporate giving, and employee volunteerism. Watts was included among the top 300 companies selected.
The recognition reflects the scale and visibility of Watts’ charitable initiatives across the communities where it operates. The company, which manufactures plumbing, heating, and water quality products, has continued to align its environmental, social, and governance efforts with broader business operations.
Robert J. Pagano Jr., CEO, president, and chairperson of the Board at Watts, said the recognition highlights the company’s commitment to community impact and employee engagement. He noted that the company plans to continue expanding its charitable initiatives globally.
The Newsweek recognition follows several other recent honors for Watts from organizations including TIME, USA Today, and Barron’s, as well as workplace and industry awards. These recognitions reflect the company’s ongoing focus on social responsibility and its role within the water technology sector.
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