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.
Mukhangu Community, Okumu Spring
The ease of water collection has really changed the lives of Mukhangu community members sharing Okumu Spring since its protection last year. Having clean water has been an added advantage as the community members all appreciate at the convenience of fetching clean water on the spot. This community seems to have taken to heart what they were trai...
Kapsotik Primary School
While many know Kenya as a prized destination for international visitors, fewer know it is also a chronically water-scarce country. The ever-growing population is contributing to worsening conditions, but one school is changing its chapter of this story thanks to the installation of its WaSH project last year. Since then, Kapsotik Primary School ha...
Giving Udpate: Shirakala Community, Ambani Spring
"The protection of Ambani Spring has been a real blessing to this community," reported Field Officer Jacklyne Chelagat reflecting on her recent visit to Shirakala. "They are now able to access clean and safe water for their domestic use. Initially, cattle, sheep, and goats would step in the water source and make the water so dirty and they had to ...
Handidi Community, Chisembe Spring
Sanitation and hygiene among Handidi community members have improved over the last year since Chisembe Spring's protection and the associated training and installation of 5 sanitation platforms. Before this project was implemented, the community used to access dirty and contaminated water from the unprotected source which really affected them. Du...
Luyeshe Community, Matolo Spring
Bilha Matolo is the secretary of her community's water committee that looks after Matolo Spring in Luyeshe. On our most recent visit there, we asked Bilha to reflect on how the protection of Matolo Spring has impacted her life and the lives of her neighbors over the last 12 months. "The changes that have occurred since last year are many. [The fir...