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Restoration and Trauma Healing for Refugees in Northern Uganda

Posted October 17th, 2022 by Water Mission.

Few people can understand the pain and suffering refugees experience when forced from their homes. Whether fleeing from violence, natural disasters, or other traumatic events, families leave their lives behind in search of safety. The emotional burden is heavy, leaving mothers like Mary heartbroken and angry. She is a refugee from South Sudan, a nation that has endured years of violence and turmoil. Safe water charity Water Mission meets physical needs by providing safe water and spiritual needs through sharing God’s love. “I lost two of my children to the hopeless war,” Mary shared with our team. “I came to the [refugee] settlement ... Read More

More Than 3 Million Liters of Safe Water in Ukraine

Posted October 17th, 2022 by Water Mission.

Water Mission has been responding to the crisis in Ukraine since the conflict started in February. This August, we produced nearly 800,000 gallons (3 million liters) of safe water for impacted people in Ukraine. This milestone was only possible with support from generous friends like you. Safe water systems in Mykolaiv are conveniently located at public access points, such as churches and healthcare facilities. Shipments of emergency water treatment equipment and water purification supplies over the past several months have allowed the continuous flow of clean, safe water in multiple cities throughout Ukraine. We have installed 30 safe water systems in four ... Read More

With Time on Her Side, Helena’s Dreams Can Become a Reality

Posted September 19th, 2022 by Water Mission.

How Reliable Access to Safe Water is Transforming Livelihoods in Chikola Time is precious. With enough of it, people have the opportunity to achieve their dreams. For Helena, a 16-year-old in Chikola, Tanzania, time was rarely on her side. Like many women and children around the world, Helena was responsible for walking long distances to fetch water for her family. Every morning, she would spend two to three hours traveling from her home, standing in line, filling her jerry cans, and trekking back. This is time that could be spent receiving an education or chasing her dream of having a farm of her ... Read More

Safe Water’s Impact on Education in Mexico

Posted August 12th, 2022 by Water Mission.

It’s back-to-school season. As memories of catching the bus or walking to school flood the minds of many, new generations are following in their footsteps. This time of year is often hopeful and exciting. But the devastating reality is that millions of children long to receive an education but often miss school due to illnesses caused by contaminated water sources. This was the case for children growing up in Conquista Campecina, a small, remote community in Chiapas, Mexico. Many children were too sick to run, play, or go to school. Access to safe water in Conquista Campecina is improving livelihoods. “My little ... Read More

An Outpouring of Love

Posted August 11th, 2022 by Water Mission.

Charleston Magazine featured us in its December 2021 issue. Read the full article below. In 1998, Molly and George Greene developed a water treatment system to aid people in Honduras in the wake of Hurricane Mitch. Three years later, the couple founded Water Mission as a faith-based nonprofit. Though Molly passed away in a drowning accident in 2019, her husband and son and their staff, now 400 people and counting, continue to carry out the vision: “That all people would have access to safe water and the opportunity to experience God’s love.” Continue reading the full Charleston Magazine article here For 20 Years, ... Read More

Leaving a Legacy

Posted July 18th, 2022 by Water Mission.

Did you know that there are many unique ways to bless your global neighbors for generations to come? A planned gift can save lives today and leave a legacy of hope through safe and Living Water. It can also provide a significant opportunity to avoid capital gains tax or lower your taxable income. When planning your legacy, make an impact by: Remembering Water Mission in your will or trust. Designating Water Mission as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy or retirement plan. Transferring appreciated stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Gifting real estate, stocks, mutual funds, or commodities through a donor advised fund. Consider deepening your partnership ... Read More

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