From Chore to Fun: Eugene's Experience with Clean Water!

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Eugene. Since then, he and the Furave Community of 210 residents have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"Now that fetching water doesn’t take as long, I use my time to study, help with chores, and even play with my friends. I also get more rest and go to school on time. It has really made my days easier and better."

Before the Spring Protection

Like many young people in Kenya, 16-year-old Eugene is responsible for collecting water to meet his daily water needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole his time and negatively affected him.

Collecting surface water before the spring was protected.

Drinking the water caused severe consequences. Many in the community suffered from waterborne diseases that created health problems, affecting their daily lives. Limited accessibility also meant people wasted time collecting sufficient water to meet their needs. The difficult journey to collect water sapped their physical and emotional energy, creating roadblocks. For Eugene, in particular, it lessened his opportunity to focus on school and stay healthy.

"Before the project was completed, getting water felt like a big chore. I had to wake up very early before school to fetch water, and sometimes I would be late or too tired to concentrate in class. The water was not clean. It was stressful, especially for us as children, because it took up a lot of our time and energy," Eugene shared.

Since the Spring Protection

Your generous gift last year was much more than a simple donation; it was a powerful statement about your commitment to this community and Eugene’s future. By supporting the water solution, you made clean water an everyday reality, fostering hope for a brighter future.

Eugene collecting clean water from the protected spring!

Reliable and clean water lays the groundwork for improved health, education, and economic possibilities, allowing people to thrive. We frequently hear from those we interview that "water is life!"

"I like that fetching water here now feels safe and simple. The water is clean, and the area is well built, so I don’t have to worry about slipping or getting dirty. It’s also fun to come with friends, and we finish quickly and go back to school or home without stress,"  Eugene said.

He continued, "Since the project was implemented, my health has really improved. I no longer get sick from dirty water like before, and I feel stronger and more active. I don’t miss school as much now, and I can focus better in class."

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Eugene and the rest of his community. This is just the first chapter of their story as access to clean water continues to improve their lives!

At The Water Project, we value sustainability and want to ensure that people continue to thrive. We commit to monitoring this project to ensure the water is always flowing and safe to consume. We inspect the system hardware, track water availability, conduct sanitary inspections, and collect water quality samples to identify risks. We work with our team on the ground to resolve them.

You gave Eugene a crucial tool for achieving his dreams: access to clean water. Together, we can excitedly expect that with this precious resource, his enthusiasm and courage will help Eugene fulfill his dreams.

"My dream is to finish school and become a teacher. I want to help other children learn and have a better future. Having clean water has made it easier for me to focus on school and stay healthy, so I believe my dream is now possible," Eugene concluded.