Wells for Sudan
"I'm going to tell you what I've seen with my own eyes..."
War has ravaged a country. People are thirsty for hope.
In January 2010, our newest partner, Water Harvest International, began drilling wells with The Water Project in Southern Sudan.
With your support we can help provide safe water and lasting hope to people who need both.
About the Projects
With your help, we will fund fresh-water wells to be placed for about $5,000 each.
Wells are being placed in remote villages with up to 400 inhabitants who today drink from open holes or streams. Water-borne diseases such as cholera, trachoma, diarrhea, river blindness, others are a major problem in these communities.
Important Note: Our Sudan Program has reached capacity for 2011-12. We are not currently accepting additional funds until we work through our current back log. We're working with our partner to make this happen. They hope to add an additional drill rig in mid-2012.
Building and Follow-Up
The well building process is more involved than just digging a hole. WHI, like The Water Project, recognizes the importance of a holistic approach to these water projects.
Their process includes a thorough site survey, sanitation training, evangelism, training of villagers in pump repair, and establishment of a water committee to oversee well use and maintenance.
WHI will also regularly check up on wells to ensure functionality and fair use.
About Our Partner
The Water Project, Inc. is proud to be in partnership with Water Harvest International (WHI), a U.S.-based Christian safe water non-profit with an operational base in Southern Sudan.
WHI are well drill operators. They own and run a DTH drilling rig on the ground in South Sudan with a Sudanese crew. The Water Project works with direct drillers like WHI to keep costs low and to ensure full transparency.
Join us. Get involved today and help change everything for a community in Sudan.
Important Note: Our Sudan Program has reached capacity for 2011-12. We are not currently accepting additional funds until we work through our current back log. We're working with our partner to make this happen. They hope to add an additional drill rig in mid-2012.
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