Water is essential for life. It directly impacts your health and overall quality of life. In many developed countries, clean water is taken for granted – as people are so used to it always being readily available for drinking, cooking, and bathing. This is not the reality for many countries, where a large percentage of the population are desperately poor and lack access to clean water sources.

In impoverished communities, villagers rely on surface water for their water source. This water is also used for bathing, washing, and supplying water for livestock. As a result, the water is often tainted and not suitable for drinking. In these countries, the lack of access to clean water leads to health issues, economic challenges, and educational barriers. A water well can service an entire village for years to come. It will not only save lives but will allow the villagers to use the time previously spent on the daily routine of finding and transporting water for more productive tasks. Since 2021, the International Children’s Fund has drilled 100 water wells combined in Africa, India, and Pakistan in their efforts to provide clean water for all.

With your generous donations, ICF can continue to drill wells in underserved communities and bring clean water access to those who need it most.