World Refugee Day: Healing and Hope for People in Need
Life is uncertain and no one knows this better than a refugee. As we commemorate World Refugee Day on June 20, we honor the courage and strength of people who have been forced to flee and have become
News From Ukraine: Dam Collapse Intensifies the Need for Safe Water
On Tuesday, June 6, Kakhovka dam in Ukraine collapsed, causing widespread flooding and destruction across the southern region. Access to safe water — already a challenge in the war-torn country — is
Safe Water Builds Health for Children
Summer is often a playful time for children, but for those without safe water, there is little time for fun. Children in communities throughout the world spend their days fetching water for their
Resilience Amidst Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine
It has been more than a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Cities have been destroyed, families have been torn apart , and millions of people have fled the country to seek refuge elsewhere. With
Hope Through Emergency Safe Water in Turkey
Although it’s been more than two months since deadly earthquakes struck Turkey , more than 3 million people remain homeless and unsure of their future. Among them is Melek, a mother and aunt who is
Safe Water Builds Life in Tanzania
Mothers around the globe dream of raising healthy children but trying to do so without access to safe water is challenging. Contaminated water sources cause water-related illnesses that take the lives
Meeting Global Water Needs In Rural Areas
Water is vital for life. Our continents are surrounded by water, yet throughout the world, more than 2 billion people lack access to clean, safe water for drinking, cooking, washing, and other needs
Withstanding the Flood: An Elevated Solution in Honduras
“ Commit your work to the Lord , and your plans will be established.” —Proverbs 16:3 When back-to-back Hurricanes Eta and Iota flooded the community of Campos Las Flores, Honduras, spreading toxins
Living Water Program Brings Unity to Kiminini, Kenya
“Whoever believes in me, as the scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’” —John 7:38 Something exciting is happening in Kiminini, and it is changing lives for eternity
Stewarding the Earth's Resources Through Solar Power
“The earth is the Lord 's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein...” — Psalm 24:1 The Earth is one of our greatest gifts, yet likely one thing we often take for granted. As we
Staff Spotlight: Marco Mendez, Water Mission Technician, Mexico
To Marco Mendez, working for Water Mission is a dream come true. As a child he dreamt of being a missionary, sharing Jesus with others as he worked alongside them.
Equipping the Church to Share God’s Love
When Water Mission builds safe water solutions, we also build relationships with local churches. Together, we can meet physical needs and open doors to the spiritual transformation that only comes
2023 Walk for Water at Riverfront Park
More than 5,000 people gathered at Riverfront Park in North Charleston, SC , on Saturday, March 25, 2023, for the 17th Annual Walk for Water . Together, they walked three miles and raised more than
Water Builds Life
Refugees often suffer deep trauma when they are forced to flee their homes due to violence or disasters. After arriving at a refugee camp, most will spend 10 or more years there. Some are never able
Safe Water Transforms Lives for Women and Children
Each day, women and children around the world ris e early in the morning to begin a long journey to find water. Many walk an average of three miles per day to collect water for their family . The
Celebrating 2023 UN World Water Day
On World Water Day and throughout the year, we join with partners and communities to end the global water crisis. More than 2.2 billion people lack access to safe water. But, we believe there is hope
Leading Through Innovation and Collaboration
No one organization can solve the global water crisis on its own. Because of this, open-handed knowledge sharing and thought leadership is a priority for Water Mission.
Caring for Those in Crisis
Water Mission responded to incredibly complex, often-simultaneous disasters in 2022. We are thankful for friends who chose to support people in desperate situations. You enabled us to provide
