National Drinking Fountain Association

New Commercial in production

2008-06-09T17:38:00.000-07:00

A new commercial is to be filmed to renew interest in our cause. The reboot advertisement will be airing online soon.

WE'RE AT IT AGAIN!!!

2008-03-18T17:46:00.000-07:00

Although there has been little to no activity in the last few months, the NDFA is restarting! Look for updates soon!

Drinking Fountains and You...

2007-07-05T09:21:00.000-07:00

To raise awareness about the importance of the importance of hydration, the NDFA proudly kicks off the "Drinking Fountains and You..." ad campaign. If you would like to be the "Drinking Fountains and Me Person of the Month" please send a photo of yourself and a drinking fountain to contactndfa@gmail.com to be featured on the NDFA website.

Nation Wide Travels

2007-07-04T16:30:00.000-07:00

The NDFA has been touring the country, and one of our first stops was Chicago! Here a tourist is shown using a high quality drinking fountain at Chicago's very own Sears Tower.

NDFA Update

2007-04-05T12:28:00.001-07:00

Well, the main offices at headquarters are just buzzing with activity. So much so we are looking to hire a few more new employees. If you would like to apply please write to contactndfa@gmail.com with your request.
Never since their first appearance in 1859 have drinking fountains been so popular. And too keep you updated, the NDFA is starting a monthly newsletter. If you are interested in receiving such a newsletter please write to contactndfa@gmail.com and put "I would very much like to receive NDFA newsletter" in the subject line. We will add you to our contacts and send you a newsletter as soon as possible.
Also if you would like to become a member of the NDFA, we will begin accepting pledges next month. And with a pledge of $10 or more you will receive an official NDFA T-shirt!
The NDFA is largely community based and so if you have any comments or suggestions feel free to leave them on the blog or write to us at contactndfa@gmail.com

-The NDFA Staff

Norman Dance:Peanut Butter Jelly Time Edition

2007-04-05T12:28:00.000-07:00

Norman, your friendly neighborhood drinking fountain, is back by popular demand, this time "breaking it down" to Peanut Butter Jelly Time!

The First Public Drinking Fountain

2007-04-02T18:08:00.000-07:00

2007 marks the 148 anniversary of the the fist public drinking fountain.
The first public drinking fountain was unveiled, on April 21, 1859, before a large and enthusiastic crowd. (shown below)

(click to enlarge)
And within a matter of days, it was being used by nearly 7,000 people each day. So please remember and celebrate this year as a milestone year for public drinking fountains, their 148 anniversary.

-The NDFA Staff

Qusetions or Comments?

2007-03-16T17:11:00.000-07:00

Qusetions or Comments? Write to us at contactndfa@gmail.com

Who Do You Trust?

2007-03-13T11:47:00.000-07:00

The NDFA Report: The News Letter

2007-02-20T18:01:00.000-08:00

The NDFA Report: The News Letter

Many have asked, “What exactly is the NDFA?” Well friends, I’m here to answer that very question.
The NDFA is a non-profit organization, constantly at work looking to improve the standards of our great nations drinking fountains, for the benefits of tomorrow’s generation.
Some are a bit confused by the acronym, but it’s really quite simple. Here, I’ll show you…
National
Drinking
Fountain
Association
Or NDFA. See?
Now countless youngsters have come up to me and said, “Oh golly Mister, how can I help the NDFA?” Then I’ll explain to them that the NDFA is a non-profit group and hand him a stack of flyers and tell him he can help by spreading our propaganda with his classmates.
Now I’d like to take the time to report that myself and some of my colleagues are taking a trip to the nation’s capitol to, hopefully, pass new laws on public drinking fountains and maybe even get some funding for further research, or at least enough for a bus back home.
We have also been traveling around to schools giving our “Just Say No, To Sticking That Gum In That Drinking Fountain, You Little Punk,” campaign. And just let me say, it has been a successful one. Children sure do love Norman. We have also been telling the kids to save a dollar and not buy that “convenient” bottled water, and get up and go to their nearest drinking fountain. For two reasons, 1.) Over half the kids are really overweight and could use the exercise and 2.) It promotes drinking fountains in all their glory. But it’s not just the kids that should use drinking fountains, people of all ages can, and that is the true meaning that everyone can get out of our organization.

Peace out,
Smitty Manyansen
President and Board Advisor of the NDFA

Norman dance!

2007-02-11T12:12:00.000-08:00

Norman dances!

Enlist with Norman

2007-02-04T19:42:00.000-08:00

The NDFA Commercial

2007-02-02T18:52:00.001-08:00

Here it is now! The very first NDFA commercial has just been finished and posted on Youtube. Check your local listings for the airtime on television.
www.n-d-f-a.blogspot.com

NDFA Rating Scale Confusion

2007-01-31T14:27:00.000-08:00

We understand there has been some confusion as to what equals a bad score and what is a good one, so this will hopefully clear that up.
So here is a helpful guide to can refer back to whenever you please.
1= severely unsatisfactory
5= unimaginably good
If you have any further questions please feel free to post a question on this post.

The NDFA Youtube Channel

2007-01-29T17:31:00.000-08:00

The NDFA now has a Youtube Channel, where we will post the first ever NDFA commercial, as well as some other videos on Drinking fountain respect, drinking fountain use, and drinking fountain hygiene. Keep looking for updates on our new Youtube channel.
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=NDFA

New T-Shirt Design!

2007-01-27T14:07:00.000-08:00

The NDFA has an all new, super hip new T-shirt design that all the kids are talking about! Get one and you'll be the coolest guy in town! Pre-order one today.

Animated Logo

2007-01-25T18:12:00.000-08:00

National Drinking Fountain Appreciation Week!

2007-01-15T10:27:00.000-08:00

The NDFA invites you to celebrate National Drinking Fountain Appreciation Week, January 28 through February 3.
We encourage you to take time this week, and think of all the services drinking fountains provide us, like hydration and relieving fatigue.

Norman: Your Friendly Neighborhood Drinking Fountain!

2007-01-10T13:52:00.000-08:00

The NDFA now has an official mascot, Norman: Your Friendly Neighborhood Drinking Fountain! You can see Norman at all of the NDFA meetings, and we are arranging for him to appear at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. So be on the look out!

Inside Cafeteria

2007-01-05T15:06:00.000-08:00

Taste: 1

Cleanliness: 3

Temperature: 2

Efficiency: 4

Stream: 1*

Safety: 2

Overall: 2.1

Fountain Inspector Notes: Mounted too low. Barely any height to stream of water*.

*note since inspection, no water will come out of spout.

Outside Cafeteria Spout Left

2006-12-14T13:35:00.000-08:00

Taste: 2
Cleanliness: 4
Temp: 3
Efficiency: 4
Stream: 1
Safety: 4
Overall: 3

Fountain Inspector's Notes:
Controls are awkward, water is bad, but it has a nice porcelain design.

Left Wing of Elm Hallway

2006-12-14T13:16:00.000-08:00

Taste: 4
Cleanliness: 4
Temp: 4
Effcienty: 5
Stream: 5
Saftey: 5
Overall: 4.5

Fountain Inspector's Notes:
Nicest fountain yet, although you may hit your head on above shelf. (Since been removed) Nice Design.

Between Staff Lounge and Restroom

2006-12-14T12:53:00.000-08:00

Taste: 4

Cleanliness: 4

Temp: 4

Efficiency: 2

Stream: 4

Safety: 4

Overall: 3.6

Fountain Inspector Notes:

It's a pretty good fountain.

Right of 205

2006-12-13T14:44:00.000-08:00

Taste: 1
Cleanliness: 3
Temp: 3
Efficiency: 5
Stream: 3
Safety: 4
Overall: 2.6

Fountain inspector notes:
OK fountain, horrible water. Hair/gum in drain.

Complaint Reports

2006-12-11T14:43:00.000-08:00

We've been receiving quite a few complaints about specific fountains form around the country. So much so our in boxes are overflowing. To keep up with all this, please request a "Complaint Report," if need be. We be happy to mail or fax one to you at our earliest convince.
Thank You...

Holiday Gift

2006-11-18T13:37:00.000-08:00

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for that special someone? High quality drinking fountains are on sale for the holiday season, just for that reason. So, take the time to contact your local drinking fountain dealer and buy the perfect gift for your friends and family.

Official NDFA Merchandise

2006-11-14T16:08:00.001-08:00

A preview of the highly fashionable, NDFA official shirt. It makes the perfect holiday gift! Pre-order yours today!

Official NDFA Merchandise

2006-11-14T16:08:00.000-08:00

A preview of the NDFA official hat, just just like the ones worn by certified fountain inspectors!

Keep Checking for more Updates on the Latest Drinking Fountain News!

2006-11-14T15:50:00.000-08:00

The NDFA is looking into official merchandise including, pens, hats and T-shirts, as well as some other fine products.
The NDFA staff is working hard, to provide you with the information you need, on drinking fountains and drinking fountain accessories.
Look for posts on individual drinking fountains and their scores given to them by a certified fountain technician.

Official Logo

2006-11-12T15:59:00.000-08:00

The NDFA's official logo.

NDFA

2006-11-12T12:30:00.000-08:00

Welcome to the NDFA's official website. Here at the NDFA our main goal is to test America's public drinking fountains, to see if they live up to today's modern standards. Here on our official website we will post these findings in our on going research. The NDFA is a nonprofit organization, and your continued donations keep us running!