Water Wells for over 500 Families in Kano

by Elite Star Foundation
Water Wells for over 500 Families in Kano
Water Wells for over 500 Families in Kano
Water Wells for over 500 Families in Kano
Water Wells for over 500 Families in Kano

Summary

Imagine drinking brown, contaminated water every day; for 500 families in rural Kano, this is a deadly reality. Your donation funds the construction of 5 deep-borehole wells, instantly stopping the spread of cholera and freeing 2,000+ children to return to school. By replacing disease-ridden pits with sustainable clean water sources, we provide health, education, and dignity. Join us to save lives today. (410 characters)

$6,000
total goal
$5,650
remaining
1
donor
0
monthly donors
3
months

Challenge

Dirty water is a silent killer in Kano, claiming lives daily through cholera and typhoid. Women currently trek miles for unsafe pond water, while 2,000 children are forced to miss school to help carry the heavy burden. This lack of access traps 500 families in a suffocating cycle of sickness and poverty. Without immediate intervention, preventable waterborne diseases will continue to spike as the dry season approaches. The community cannot wait any longer for a safe solution.

Solution

We don't just dig; we build for the future. We will drill 5 deep-borehole wells into safe aquifers, installing durable hand pumps that seal out surface contamination. Crucially, we train local "Water Committees"-led by women-to manage repairs, ensuring the wells function for decades. We also conduct hygiene workshops to maximize health benefits. Your support turns a dusty patch of ground into a permanent source of life.

Long-Term Impact

Clean water is the foundation of a thriving community. This project is projected to cut waterborne disease rates by 60%, saving families significant money on medical bills. It returns hundreds of girls to the classroom, empowering the next generation of leaders to break the cycle of poverty. By removing the burden of water collection, you unlock economic potential and health for 4,000 people. This is not just a well; it is a permanent exit from poverty.

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Organization Information

Elite Star Foundation

Location: Suleja, Niger State - Nigeria
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Project Leader:
Francis Osisiogu
Suleja , Niger State Nigeria
$350 raised of $6,000 goal
 
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