When we donate to an organization, we like proof that our money goes to the cause we intended. When we sponsored a well in memory of a loved one, we received back a personalized report with a picture of the well and the exact dedication plaque we requested permanently attached to the well. We also had a picture of the community residents enjoying clean fresh water for the first time! If you want to make a difference in people's lives you can confidently donate to Fresh Water Friends!
It is such a privilege to partner with Fresh Water Friends. I have been able to support the building of several wells to date, and plan to continue to build this relationship in coming years. The communication via regular newsletters and email updates is fantastic, and there is no better feeling than knowing that a village has potable water at the end of a project!!!
This charity is such a God thing. One Sunday near Christmas, I had wanted to ask my assistant pastor Steve if the youth group still did yard work for donations that go to building wells. I had wanted to donate to a well. He said no, but it's interesting I'd ask, because his son, who was a security guard at the mall, said a man said "I'm so tired of all the commercialism around Christmas, I just wish I could give money to buy a water well. Wow! Pastor Steve was surprised that I also came to him, and over the next few months he shared about so many people who God kept dropping in his lap, excited about helping out with wells. Some had expertise with water and pumps and geology. Some offered to donate, some offered to help in other ways. Pastor Steve had seen God's hand in this, and he started FRESH WATER FRIENDS: a group of like-minded people with one requirement to join: Give any amount, once a year, and we'll build wells when we get enough. Pastor Steve had told me that his family wanted to buy one well, but there was no way they could afford it. Now there are hundreds of wells, and God is working to build more and more wells, giving out water during disasters, and helping in so many ways. Knowing the founder, and now the Executive Director, and others on the board, I feel so comfortable knowing that the money I give is spent well,helping cut infant mortality, allowing women and girls to now have time for school because they don't have to walk for hours to get water,, and helping in so many other ways to protect women and children. I've met some of the people who work in the field, and they live a hard life, but do great things for God's kingdom. You can feel confident that you are becoming a part of a great group of people who are making a difference in the world!
Thrilled to be a monthly donor to Fresh Water Friends. In addition to the important work they are doing, the communication from this organization on what's happening with each project is incredible. It's like you're right there with the folks doing the work. I know our family's investment in these projects are having an immediate and impactful result.
In a world where the challenges we face can often seem insurmountable, Fresh Water Friends stands out as a shining example of what compassion, dedication, and strategic action can achieve. This small, but remarkable organization based in Upstate New York, is on a mission to bring clean water and hope to those in need in rural villages overseas. The organization partners with local and trusted community experts to build fresh water wells in areas of great need, thereby transforming lives with fresh water.
I am the Secretary for the LongReach Foundation, based in Miami, Florida and we have provided a number of grants to Fresh Water Friends over the past four years. One of the most commendable aspects of Fresh Water Friends is their transparent and accountable approach. They not only set ambitious goals but also meticulously track and report their progress, ensuring that our donations are maximized for impact. This level of accountability, which has included ongoing reports from the well sites, in addition to before and after photos and videos, fosters trust and confidence among supporters like ourselves.
The transformation and hope sparked by Fresh Water Friends' efforts are truly inspiring. Witnessing the joy on children's faces as they gain access to clean water and the chance to resume their education, or seeing the heartfelt gratitude of women who can now focus on providing for their families or start a small business rather than spending their days searching for clean water, speaks volumes. These stories highlight the profound impact of Fresh Water Friends' work, showcasing their ability to enrich lives and strengthen communities.
Fresh Water Friends offers a beacon of hope and a path to impact. Their unwavering commitment to bettering the world is a source of inspiration and a reminder of the profound difference one organization can make. Our Foundation hopes to continue working with them for many years to come.
fwfdirector 09/24/2024
Dear Melanie and Bill, and all our Friends at the LongReach Foundation, YOU are the ones who are the inspiration! Your generosity has blessed more than 3,000 people with clean water, and you're just getting started! Thank you for caring for people who are suffering, and giving these gifts of love!!
fwfdirector 09/24/2024
Dear Cherian, Thank you for these kind words and for your faithful support! We are so grateful to serve alongside your family, blessing people with life-changing clean water!