Impact Stories

Gladys
Gladys lives in Golomoti, Malawi, and water options are limited. This leaves her with a choice. If she walks to the nearest borehole and stands in lengthy lines to collect untreated water, it takes a long time, and she often misses school. If she collects from the nearby contaminated river, which is also used for bathing and washing diapers, she and her family are at a higher risk of water-related illness. 

With water stations placed throughout the community, Gladys and the other children of Golomoti will have safe water close to home. This will bring health and hope, as well as provide more time for school and economic opportunities. “When we have the water project, I will have enough time to study. That means I will be able to perform well in class.”

 

Chiku
Chiku is a shy eight-year-old living in Chikola, Tanzania, and one of 2 billion people without access to safe water. The hours Chiku spends walking to collect water for her family take time away from her homework. Then, because the water is contaminated, she is often too sick to attend school.  

This troubles Chiku, who dreams of being a teacher someday. Thankfully, because of friends like you, Chiku will soon have safe water close to home and be healthy enough to get an education.  
 

“It will be very beneficial for my daughter and other children,” says Chiku’s mother. “I’m seeing a future of excellence as a result of the availability of safe water.”  
 

 

Watch the video to learn more about Chiku's story.
 

Lucy 
Lucy, a mother and long-time resident of Morpus, Kenya. She was home cooking for her children while her son was deep in the hole collecting water for the family. Suddenly, Lucy heard cries and screams from the riverbed. When she rushed to investigate, Lucy found that the hole had collapsed, tragically burying her son. 

Lucy says that with safe water in the community, "Life has changed completely." She is grateful that safe water will mean a brighter, safer future for her grandchildren. 

"Now, the children go to school and can get water there," she said. "We are very thankful."
 

Watch Lucy's full story.