H2O America stock: San Jose Water marks 160 years
Published on 11/12/2026 at 03:11 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSCommunity program supports California families
- San Jose Water is bringing Thanksgiving meals to residents in the greater San Jose area through its annual Operation Gobble event.
- H2O America owns regulated water utilities in California, Connecticut, Maine and Texas.
San Jose Water, a wholly owned subsidiary of H2O America, said on November 10, 2026, that it is bringing Thanksgiving meals to residents in the greater San Jose area through its annual Operation Gobble event. The company said the initiative is being held in the month of San Jose Water's 160th anniversary. The details were published by San Jose Water.
Thanksgiving support reaches local families
San Jose Water said its Force for Good foundation has provided $80,000 in grocery gift cards through the program over the past seven years. This year's donations are intended for community organizations serving residents in and around San Jose, including food-support groups and local family-service providers.
The Operation Gobble program was established by the California Water Association to connect water utilities with elected officials and nonprofit organizations during Thanksgiving. The 2026 event highlights the utility's long operating history in the San Jose area.
Utility operations remain the core business
Founded in 1866, San Jose Water is a regulated private utility serving more than one million people in the greater San Jose metropolitan area through more than 232,000 connections. H2O America also owns Connecticut Water Company, Maine Water Company and Texas Water Company, giving the group a presence across several U.S. regional water markets.
H2O America company facts
- Company: H2O America
- Ticker: HTO
- Operating subsidiary: San Jose Water
- Business: Regulated water utilities
- Principal market: Greater San Jose metropolitan area
In the broader market, regulated water utilities remain part of the U.S. infrastructure sector. Follow the S&P 500 market environment for wider equity-market developments.
