charity: water is a non-profit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water to people in developing countries. Since 2006, they've funded over 91,000 water projects in 29 developing countries. When complete, these projects will provide clean, safe drinking water for more than 14.7 million people.

They invest the money they raise into organizations with years of experience to build sustainable, community-owned water projects around the world. Their team works closely to ensure that every dollar is accounted for and then provides reports back to their donors. 

SOLUTIONS

Bringing clean water to people looks different in each country. Water sources, terrain, and population all play a part in determining what technology is required to serve people well, but there’s a solution to everything.

Hand-Dug Wells : Skilled laborers dig up to 15 meters by hand to reach aquifers below.

Drilled Wells : A drilling team drills deep into the earth to reach fresh aquifers. 

Rainwater Catchments : Gutters on rooftops direct the flow of rainfall into a sanitary holding tank.

Gravity Fed Systems : The force of gravity feeds water into a community from an elevated source.

Piped Systems : Networks of pipes supply water to different community tap stands.

Water Purification Systems : Installed treatment systems remove contaminants from existing systems.

BioSand Filters : Layers of sand and microbacterial film filter out contaminants.

Spring Protections : A system captures and safely stores pure water from a natural spring.

Latrines : Covered shelters provide safety and privacy for bathroom users.

Where They Work

They fund water programs in 24 countries around the globe - in Africa, Asia, Central and South America. Water scarcity, poverty, political stability and strong partner organizations all play a part in where they choose to work. They focus on providing rural communities with their first access to clean water.