Problem

Lack of water and sanitation result in over two million deaths from water-related diseases every year. Dehydration from diarrhea claims the lives of nearly 6000 children a day. These children are dying because they do not have access to adequate sanitation or safe water.

To gain the full benefits of safe water and sanitation, communities also need to understand the links between diseases and unsafe hygiene practices.

The Gift

Every $30 donation enables WaterAid to provide one person with clean safe water, sanitation and hygiene education in one of the 17 countries where we work.

Your donation will allow WaterAid to help people to build safe water facilities and safe and clean places to go to the toilet. Clean water and sanitation facilities not only mean improved health and a better quality of life, but also people’s dignity and livelihoods. Your gift will also allow WaterAid to help teach communities about safe hygiene practices and the links between water and sanitation and diseases. This enables people to improve their health and take the first steps out of poverty.