Abstract: An apparatus and method is provided for moistening cleaning materials prior to use. The apparatus has a fluid container configured to dispense fluid onto a section of cleaning material from a nozzle when brought in proximity to a motion sensor positioned near the nozzle. The apparatus has a fluid pump disposed in the body of the apparatus, and a control circuit, operatively connected to the fluid pump and the motion sensor. A battery disposed in the body provides the electrical power to operate the apparatus. The body can be releasably attached to a hanger member configured for suspending the apparatus from a support.