Clean Water Access for the Children of Venezuela

We are pleased to update you on our progress in ensuring safe water for La Marroquina, a rural community facing extreme poverty and lacking basic services and healthcare access. With your support, we have achieved significant milestones in improving their overall health and sanitation.

After conducting data collection, we identified parasitosis as a prevalent issue due to poor sanitation and contaminated water sources. Thanks to your generous donation, we were able to install a chlorine purification system in the main water tank, providing clean water to the entire community and deep cleaning of the distribution pipes. 

Additionally, as a pilot project, 36 families received home filters to access clean water through the taps. We have already heard from many of the families that the water tastes much better, and we will be monitoring the success of this pilot with plans for wider implementation later this year. 

We have conducted community workshops on the importance of clean water and proper handwashing techniques. Comprehensive instructions for filter installation and maintenance has been provided, empowering residents of La Marroquina to utilise the filtration systems effectively.

Your support has made a significant difference in providing the people of La Marroquina with access to clean and safe water, greatly improving their health and sanitation. We are grateful for your dedication and generosity in bringing about positive change in the lives of these families.

Thank you for your continuous support. We look forward to sharing the progress made with the filters next time!

Gracias. 

As of March 2022, access to safe drinking water remains a major challenge for millions of people in Venezuela. According to HumVenezuela, more than 19 million Venezuelans did not have a regular water supply, while over 4 million lacked access to safe water. However, thanks to your support, over the past few months we have been able to make a positive impact on the lives of thousands of Venezuelans.

During the last trimester of 2022, we partnered with seven organizations in nine different states of Venezuela, distributing 20 community filters and 11 tanks, and benefitting more than 4,500 Venezuelans. The provision of these filters and tanks has significantly increased access to safe drinking water, while reducing the time and effort required to collect water. As a result, these programs are now able to operate more efficiently and build capacity.

The beneficiaries of this donation include community kitchens, nutritional recovery centers, public schools, and community centers. The tanks and filters have proved crucial to these programs, enabling children to attend school and receive a nutritious meal, while ensuring the safe preparation of food.

Our goal is to expand the distribution of filters and tanks to more communities in Venezuela, so we can continue to increase the capacity of these much-needed programs. With your continued support, we can make this a reality and positively impact the lives of even more children.

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to helping the children of Venezuela. Together, we can create sustainable solutions that improve access to safe drinking water and enhance the overall quality of life for vulnerable communities.