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.
Patrick Dreams of Becoming a Doctor!
Fourteen-year-old Patrick recalled what life was like in the Yumbani Community before his community’s well was installed last year. Before the Well's Implementation “Before this project was completed, getting water was hard. I had to walk for a long time to reach to river Miu. I often felt tired and thirsty, especially on hot days....
Water Brings Josephat Security & Peace of Mind!
Thirty-eight-year-old farmer Josephat Mutunga recalled what life was like in the Yumbani Community before his community's sand dam was installed last year. Before the Sand Dam Installation "Before the sand dam project was built in our community last year, I faced several problems with water. One major issue was the scarcity of clean wa...
Muema Making Improvements Thanks to Water!
Forty-year-old Muema Manzi recalled what life was like in the Nzimba Community before his community’s sand dam was implemented last year. “We experienced water scarcity because this area is semi-arid, and the nearby rivers are seasonal. We used to walk over five kilometers (over 3 miles) to [the] nearest waterpoint. We also lacked sufficient...
Mutanu Now Enjoys Free Time!
Nine-year-old Mutanu recalled what life was like in the Nzimba Community before her community's dug well was implemented last year. "I had to help fetch water for the household; thus, I could walk up the steep hill when coming back home carrying water, which was very exhausting. Due to the water scarcity, water was used sparingly at home; thus, ...
Life is More Bearable for Catherine!
In January 2023, you helped implement a rain tank at Nguuku Primary School! One year of clean, accessible water has impacted the lives of the students and staff. When we visited recently, one student in particular had lots to share! Before the Rain Tank Installation Sixteen-year-old Catherine shared what life was like at the Nguuku Pri...