"...life feels easier and less stressful!"

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Beth. Since then, she and the other community members of Mache have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"The best thing about having clean water is that life feels easier and less stressful," Beth declared.

Before the Spring Protection

Like many in Western Kenya, 16-year-old Beth is responsible for collecting water to meet her daily water needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole her time and negatively affected her.

The spring before protection.

Drinking water from the previous water source 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. For Beth, it meant she was often ill and missed school.

"Last year, before the project was built, getting water was very difficult for my family and me. The spring was in bad condition, and the area around it was muddy and slippery. Even though the water sometimes looked clean, it often made me sick. I would get illnesses like fever, stomach pain, and diarrhea after drinking it. There was a time I became very sick and had to stay at home for over two weeks, missing school," Beth recalled.

Since the Spring Protection

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

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

"Since the project was implemented, I get sick less often than before. I no longer suffer frequently from stomach aches and diarrhea after drinking water. I feel healthier, more active, and I am able to attend school more regularly without missing many lessons," Beth said.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Beth and her 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 system hardware, monitor water availability, conduct sanitary inspections, and collect water-quality samples to identify risks. We work with our on-the-ground team to resolve them.

You gave Beth a crucial tool for achieving her dreams: access to clean water. Together, we can be confident that, with this precious resource, her enthusiasm and courage will help her fulfill her dreams.

"I can drink water without fear of getting sick, and I have more time to study and play instead of spending so much time fetching water," said Beth. "Now that fetching water takes less time, I use my extra time to focus on my schoolwork. I study and do my homework more easily, and I also get time to rest and play with my friends. This has made my daily life more balanced and less stressful."

"My dream for the future is to work hard in school and become successful in life. I want to complete my education and get a good job so that I can help my family. I also hope that clean water continues to be available so that it supports my studies and health as I grow," she said.

Beth can rest assured that with The Water Project's continued monitoring and maintenance program, she will have access to clean water for years to come.

Beth uses water for farming chores.