Stories from the Field

Water doesn't change anything. People Do.

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.




See the Impact of Clean Water - Shiru Primary School

Shiru Primary School

When you enter the compound of Shiru Primary School today, you immediately observe improved hygiene practices. Previously, the school compound and classrooms were very dirty since there was no water to clean them. On a recent routine field visit, we saw how pupils now run to fetch clean water for drinking from their 75,000-liter rain tank and wash ...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Bishop Makarios Secondary School

Bishop Makarios Secondary School

It has been a little over a year since the completion of the 75,000-liter rain tank at Bishop Makarios Secondary School, and on a recent routine field visit, we got time to catch up with faculty and staff to learn how the WaSH projects have impacted their school. "Since the project was brought to us last year, I proudly say that we have indeed see...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Malimili Secondary School

Malimili Secondary School

A little over a year since the implementation of the WaSH projects at Malimili Secondary School, on a recent visit we saw how the projects have already positively impacted the school community. Malimili Secondary is currently attracting a lot of attention, turning it into a center for academic excellence. This has led to high student enrollment eac...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Ivulugulu Community, Ishangwela Spring

Ivulugulu Community, Ishangwela Spring

Ivulugulu community members have now been accessing clean and safe water since the protection of Ishangwela Spring a little over a year ago. On one of our recent, routine field visits, we learned how cases of water-related diseases have decreased, especially among children. This, in turn, has improved the economic development of Ivulugulu since mor...

See the Impact of Clean Water - Elukuto Community, Isa Spring

Elukuto Community, Isa Spring

A little over a year ago marked a turning point for Elukuto Community when Isa Spring was protected and sanitation and hygiene training held in the village. On a recent field visit, we were pleased to see the continued, positive impacts of these projects in Elukuto. First, we heard how community members often boast of their good water source to th...