Lillian Has More Energy and Better Health!

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Lilian. Since then, she and the Mukangu Community of 345 residents have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"Living with clean, safe water gives me peace of mind; I no longer get worried about accessing water."

Before the Spring Protection

Like many women in Kenya, 25-year-old Lilian Otisa is responsible for collecting water to meet her daily needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole her time and negatively affected her.

The spring before protection.

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 Lillian, in particular, it lessened her opportunity to stay healthy and have sufficient water for her family.

"The distance to collect water was really very far. I couldn't only carry one container at a time, which was time-wasting, and water was not enough for the entire family," shared Lilian.

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 Lillian’s future. By supporting the water solution, you made clean water an everyday reality, fostering hope for a brighter future.

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!"

"Having water has really enabled me to achieve several things I normally practice, so that they can sustain my family. I have seen some changes in my body, now [a] days I [do] not sneeze frequently or have a sore throat caused by drinking dirty water. This has given me more energy to do whatever I want to do," shared Lillian.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Lillian and the rest of 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 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 Lillian a crucial tool for achieving her dreams: access to clean water. Together, we can excitedly expect that with this precious resource, her enthusiasm and courage will help fulfill dreams.

"As I have access to clean, safe water, my future dream is to be a great farmer [that's] how [I] can serve the nation and ensure that food is on the table and educate my generation," said Lillian.