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.
Kathuni Community
"We are delighted to report an improvement in our community since the completion of this project," said Bernard Ngui, a member of the self-help group that contributed to the construction of the sand dam and hand-dug well in Kathuni a year ago. The water project has amounted to immense change, growth, and development in Kathuni village. The environ...
Kivandini Community
The lives of many community members in Kivandini have changed in the year since the completion of the sand dam and hand-dug well. For Michael Mbithi, the access to water throughout the year and near his home allowed him to start his own brickmaking business. He is now selling the bricks he makes using water from the dam to make $40 per shipment. "...
Kivandini Community A
The lives of many community members in Kivandini have changed in the year since the completion of the sand dam and hand-dug well. For Michael Mbithi, the access to water throughout the year and near his home allowed him to start his own brickmaking business. He is now selling the bricks he makes using water from the dam to make $40 per shipment. "...
Kitandini Community A
The environment of Kaliani and Kitandini villages has improved and regained its stature in the year since the completion of their sand dam and hand-dug well. The area is very green with most farms bordering the water source being full of food crops to harvest. Community members are happy. "The water we attain now is very clean and fresh for drink...
Kitandini Community
The environment of Kaliani and Kitandini villages has improved and regained its stature in the year since the completion of their sand dam and hand-dug well. The area is very green with most farms bordering the water source being full of food crops to harvest. Community members are happy. "The water we attain now is very clean and fresh for drink...