Stories from the Field
As we work to provide water, we're committed to helping people like you meet your global neighbors and to realize that we all share the same basic needs. We hope to break down stereotypes and the false distinctions between the so-called winners and losers, rich and poor, the needy and charitable, by introducing you to the people we serve with the respect and admiration they rightfully deserve.
These are stories of hope, told in the words of those who carry out this work every day - our friends in the field.
Bukhakunga Community, Mukomari Spring
"Before the project, this place was scary. Our water was just open, which served as a home for crabs, frogs, snakes, and tortoises. No child could come to the spring alone due to fear." "The water was very dirty and even the pathway to the water source was slippery and very dirty. We used to slide and fall whenever we could come to fetch water." ...
Wajumba Community, Wajumba Spring
"It was hard getting water from the open pool that we had initially. We used to get frustrated by the dirt that polluted the waters." "We used to suffer from typhoid because the water used to get polluted by the stormwater and run-off from uphill." "It was so hard to get water during the dry season because people used to crowd at the spring." "W...
Musango Community, Mwichinga Spring
"Before the project, it was so difficult for me to get water. I remember one day, I came to fetch water and I slid into the pool and this made me stop coming to the spring alone." "I can now access water without anyone being around. This is my greatest joy: it is easy and very fast to get water. I don't get sick most of the time because the water ...
Bukhaywa Community, Asumani Spring
"The experience of getting water from this spring before protection was not good." "Since the spring was open, all sorts of dirt, sand, and even soil were washed into the water." "Drawing was also not easy as we had to step in the water as we drew it. This was always risky, especially for the small children." "Now, wow! What a great experience."...
Musango Community, Mushikhulu Spring
"Before it was protected, I didn't like to come and fetch water from this point because it was difficult to fetch water. And, if you found cattle drinking there, you could be forced to wait for the water to settle. This wasted my time as a student and made me have low grades in school." "Now, I am a happy person - there is no longer a hustle to ge...