I have followed the success and growth of Well Aware since the first began implementing projects in 2010. I have admired their high standards for ethical fundraising and management, as well as how they have created programs that truly honor and empower the communities where they work. Their project have immediate and lasting impact because of their sustainability model and realistic approach to providing clean water. It is not often that a budding nonprofit develops such a strong and impactful program side before they are very well known.
As someone working with Well Aware on their technology, I have seen a lot of their "behind the scenes" activities. The team members are deeply committed, and their focus on innovation is setting them apart from other similar charities. They are doing really impactful work for villages across East Africa, and supporting this organization has been a true pleasure.
I have been a “village member” (recurring monthly donor) of Well Aware for several years now and am continuously impressed by the accountability, transparency, and innovative approaches well aware offers it’s supporters and donors to ensure every possible cent is reaching its intended cause. Year after year, life savings wells are being drilled and maintained by local communities who share a stake in improving their livelihoods with clean water, while well aware provides essential support, guidance, and tooling to extend that impact further. From vigilant on site operations support, to self serve diagnostic tooling for remote regions… it’s easy to see the selfless impact Well Aware is making on lives across the globe. As a donor, it’s reassuring to know they are making huge strides in secure their investments into these local communities by ensuring long term solvency and sustainability of the systems being established.
I hope to one day attend a Rafiki mission with the teams in Kenya and Tanzania to see the community impact for myself, but in the meantime I am honored to simply get to contribute to the life enriching mission the amazing folks at Well Aware are fueling.
My sister introduced me to Well Aware in the last year or so. Not only do they have a clever name they also have an important mission. It’s an organization that I have immense respect for; they not only install the wells for clean water but maintain them for life. That kind of dedication to the work and the communities they serve is exactly why I’m proud to support Well Aware.
My favorite part of their work though is that they are woman lead. Women so often are the ones who know what solutions will solve their community’s issues because they are the ones doing the work and facing the obstacles head on. Putting women at the forefront of your organization’s work is a great way to ensure that community input is being utilized.
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As an intern from a few years ago, I was able to see up-close, the determination and motivation to help those who don't have access to clean water! The team is so passionate about the cause and it showed me that I can also work towards helping others for a career. Since my time interning, I have had the chance to still be involved with the organization and have loved staying in touch! Knowing the people that work there, I can confidently say that giving to this nonprofit financially or in prayer is a great use of time! The team in the States and in Kenya are transforming peoples lives! What a worthy thing to support!!
I have been following Well Aware for several years and am a recent donor. I am enlightened by the stories I read and pictures I see online, especially the efforts in Kenya. Your work is both imperative and impressive. The team is so dedicated to the mission. Their work is commendable.
I have been following this organization throughout the years. Their mission and success have been inspiring. Their dedicated team is working tirelessly to implement water sources while empowering the communities where they work.
The unwavering commitment and passion that this company has is nothing short of admirable. The good deeds they are doing are more than just a checklist for them. I've witnessed time and time again how they go above and beyond for not only mission impact, but sustainability as well for these underserved communities. You guys are awesome!
I've been a supporter of Well Aware for just about 5 years now. Their passion for this work is incredibly inspiring. This past year, I was able to witness the impact this has on communities in East Africa. The stories of these communities and how they preserve through challenges to then thriving and growing when clean water is reliable and lasting!
This team is also incredible. Not only are they passionate, motivated and unstoppable but they are knowledgable, kind and innovate! The team is always ready and capable to answer questions about the mission. They also work diligently adapt and innovate the work to maintain the 100% success metric of their projects!
I recently joined the team at Well Aware and have been so impressed with this organization. Well Aware not only addresses immediate water needs but also empowers local populations to maintain and manage their resources independently. Their solutions are innovative and focus on long-term success. It's based in Austin and women-led, the staff are very friendly and welcoming with a strong commitment to improving access to clean water.
Well Aware is an exceptionally transparent and effective organization dedicated to bringing clean water systems to communities in East Africa. The work Well Aware is doing is truly life-changing. I had the privilege of working with Well Aware on a class project studying nonprofits. The staff at Well Aware were not only responsive and helpful in providing documents and information, but their founder, Sarah Evans, went above and beyond to personally answer our questions. One of the most valuable aspects of Well Aware is that much of their team is from Kenya, which ensures they have a deep understanding of the communities they serve. Well Aware is great at listening to and collaborating with community members to create sustainable, long-term water solutions.
I could go on and on about the innovative technology and long-term impact of Well Aware’s work, but I highly encourage anyone interested in this cause to visit their website and consider supporting them with a donation.
Well Aware is an incredible organization dedicated to clean water access for their partner communities in East Africa! I'm so impressed with their smartphone app - I love seeing an organization that is at the forefront of innovation.
I LOVE Well Aware! Knowing that my donations are truly changing lives and making a real impact in the lives of those who need it most brings me so much joy! Seeing the impact through their incredible social media accounts is extremely fulfilling.
Well Aware is an amazing company doing amazing things for communities in need. Their team is decided and extremely hard working!
Well Aware is an excellent nonprofit affecting real change in an area that really needs it, clean water. Well Aware boasts a 100% success rate in an industry in which by the first year 60% of projects fail. This means that not only is Well Aware bringing water to places that desperately need it, but they are making sure their wells, pumps, and rainwater collection systems continue to function and serve the communities of Kenya.
Well Aware is an amazing non profit whose team puts their heart and soul into their work! Their unwavering commitment to providing clean and sustainable water solutions to communities in East Africa is both inspiring and impactful. Having had the privilege to witness their work firsthand, I can attest to the genuine passion and dedication of their team!
Well Aware is doing amazing work and helping so many. Great organization, can't say enough good things!!!
Such an incredible organization focused on long term impact. They never cut corners and are always passionate about supporting the communities they work with. Working with many other NGOs, WellAWARE is an organization of a different breed. They emphasize community needs and are innovative and reliable.
Absolutely blown away by the incredible work of Well Aware! This organization is so much more than just a nonprofit; it's a lifeline for communities in Africa for clean water. I'm amazed by their 100% success rate, especially in a region where 60% of water projects fail. Their dedication is unmatched, and it shows in every project they undertake.
What really sets Well Aware apart is their genuine commitment to communities. They don't just install water systems and walk away; they stay, nurture, and empower these communities, ensuring their projects are not only tailored but also sustainable. The meticulous planning behind each endeavor guarantees a lasting impact, transforming lives in the most incredible ways.
Supporting Well Aware isn't just a donation; it's an investment in hope and a better future. Their ripple effect goes far beyond quenching thirst; it nourishes education, health, and dreams. Witnessing the profound change they bring to these communities is awe-inspiring. Well Aware is not just a beacon of hope; it's a cause worth championing. I'm proud to support this organization and be a part of their journey towards a world where clean water is a basic right for everyone.
Such an amazing organization and community! Working alongside the Well Aware team has been an eye opening and rewarding experience. The work that this organization does is astonishing, sustainable, and permanent. Well Aware is a trusting nonprofit that develops innovative sustainable solutions to water crises that bring promising futures to communities.
The most incredible organization around! 100% success rate on water wells in East Africa that allows for community development and female empowerment!
I volunteer with WA and have found myself working alongside an amazing group of people dedicated and passionate about water access in East Africa. Each individual I have worked with possesses an in depth knowledge of the effects of their work and constantly strives to improve the nonprofits impact and its efficiency. I hope to continue to work with the Well Aware team as I believe they are really making a difference in the nonprofit sector as well as the lives of the individuals they impact.
Well Aware has 100% success rate and respects and honors the communities they serve. They empower the communities and help them become self sufficient.
Well Aware, works to elevate development in communitues in Kenya by providing reliable water systems. I can describe the works of well aware as "the future" since water is one key SDG and it is at the heart of many other SDGs. I have seen communities where Well Aware has worked and this communities have come out from conflicts, embraced education and the rate of water borne diseases have dropped significantly.
Well Aware is a fantastic and innovative nonprofit. They work very efficiently and effectively in their partner communities to not just put a band aid on clean water problems but to truly fix them.
It is absolutely clear that everyone in Well Aware is committed to their mission of sustainable clean water systems in the community they serve. Projects are collaboratively implemented between the U.S. and Kenya Teams with consideration of local-level expertise. As an intern, I've been guided through all steps in my work, including the Well Aware team being open to any questions I have for them. I only want to get further involved in international development work, hopefully as sustainable as Well Aware. Truly, Well Aware creates a purpose-driven environment where it is clear the work done will make an impact.
Well Aware is a non-profit that is truly genuine about their mission and cares deeply about the people they serve and work with. When people have access to constant clean water, it can change their lives. Well Aware has worked hard and creatively to accomplish this. Their long lasting positive impacts in communities has inspired me about whats to come in all areas and fields.
I had the privilege of seeing Well Aware impact lives in Africa first hand. To actually see the faces of the people that benefit from Well Aware’s work is truly amazing!
The entire team puts all their effort and attention into making events meaningful both for volunteers and donors. This non-profit organization really seeks to empower communities who do not have water through public engagement and does a good job at it!
What makes this such a great cause to give back to you is that clean water is the stepping stone for so many things in life. The work this team does is amazing and it's even easier to support this crew because they are all very passionate about changing lives!
Well Aware as a whole is hardworking and focused on the benefit of the people that they help. They constantly find ways to improve their work to provide consistent water supply to the communities that they serve. Such a wonderful non-profit.
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As an intern at Well Aware, I have been able to experience firsthand the amazing and impactful work that is done by this nonprofit. Everyone who works here is passionate, determined, selfless, and genuine. I am truly inspired by everything Well Aware does to improve access to clean water and maintain contact with the communities they have helped.
There are a lot of organizations doing this amazing work, but Well Aware definitely stands out. As an Engineer, I love the customized technical design that goes into each project!
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Well aware provides water in rural Kenya using innovative solutions and sustainable resources. This organization has an incredible group of founders and volunteers, who have helped change so many lives and bring Well Aware to where it is today. Its ability to create efficient, lasting, and successful wells puts Well Aware far beyond the rest.
Well Aware is a great organization to donate to - not only are they an industry leader in clean water technology, helping to bring clean water to thousands of individuals in East Africa, but they truly care about their supporters!
I love Well Aware! They are very diligent in the work they do and really care about the people they do the work for!
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I was an intern here and everyone who works here is genuinely the kindest and most giving people. They work so hard and truly embody their core values. Such a great nonprofit doing such incredible work !!
Well Aware does a great job building lasting clean water in East Africa. I am so happy with everything this wonderful organization does to help these communities and to enable future generations to grow up with easier access to clean water than those before them.
There are so many positive things to say about Well Aware I do not know where to begin. Well Aware has truly done some amazing work and has improved so many lives. They have a realistic and sustainable approach of providing clean water in East Africa.
Well Aware has been such an amazing organization to work with. While working with this nonprofit, all of the employees have been so welcoming and organized. This is a nonprofit I trust very much and believe the work being done is crucial to helping with sustainable solutions for clean water. I have only experienced positive outcomes with the people who work here and the impact Well Aware has on other communities.
As an intern at Well Aware, I have been supported and cared for in so many ways. Everyone on the team is extremely kind and driven. I feel lucky to be involved in making an impact on the East Africa communities. Could not ask for a better nonprofit to work for!
I love the work that Well Aware does. The people of the organization are very passionate about their work and it shows through the organization.
I can't say enough positive things about Well Aware. Not only is the work inspiring, its very well-researched. They don't provide temporary or inconsistent solutions like hand pumps for communities, but permanent water wells that affect people for their entire lives. The team is passionate about the work and truly care for those they are partnering with. If this work wasn't enough, they worked quickly on a response to COVID through their [offline] available app with an update that provides information to communities they serve about WASH content. They've made me a lifelong monthly donor and. couldn't be more excited to see what they do in the future.
Well Aware consists of an amazing, hard-working group of women who work across the world to bring clean water systems to Africa. The organization boasts a 100% success rate for their water systems due to working closely with community members and maintaining projects over the long-term, which is extremely rare in the water sector.
WellAware is an innovative women-led organization that achieves success through expertise in management, engineering, and relationship-building. With my experience living in Africa and working for nonprofits, I recognize what a truly special organization this is. The staff is lean and committed; most have worked at WellAware for years, beginning as dedicated volunteers who fell in love with the mission and people. They manage to strike the perfect balance between friendliness and professionalism, leading with compassion while maintaining diligent organization. Every major donor should feel confident that an investment in this organization will reap big rewards.
Well Aware has rewritten the story of hundreds of youths in Kenya through provision of clean drinking water. In Ol Moran, the school recorded great academic performance examplified by increase in number of students qualified to join University in year 2020. This is because with water in the school compound students spend more time in study and resting as opposed to hunting for.
I have been a volunteer for over 4 years. I went to Africa with Well Aware and saw first hand the incredible impact they have on bringing clean water access to people that don’t have access today! They are a lean hard working towards organization that are passionate and detailed about what they do and the big reason why their model and success rate Is at 100%. I’m honored to be associated with WellAware
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I was introduced to Well Aware over a year ago. In that time I have learned not only the high efficiency and effectiveness in which this nonprofit works, but the success of Well Aware is nothing short of incredible. There are numerous clean water projects attempted in Africa. It's important to recognize that 60% of the wells in Africa do not work in . 100% of Well Aware's projects are successful. They have positively impacted over 100,000 people in numerous rural communities in Kenya by providing clean water for life. Well Aware improves and sustains health, education, and economic growth. I have seen first hand the transformation these communities experience. I am so proud to be associated with such a high impact non profit!
This amazing Austin-based charity is doing incredible work in East Africa by building sustainable water systems designed to be highly efficient and last for decades. Great organization!!
I have been in several of the communities that Well Aware has empowered through clean water. The long term impact of clean water in these communities is amazing and the Well Aware team in Kenya and the US ensure that these communities are given the tools that they need to use that water to change lives. When Covid-19 hit and they could no longer work in these communities on the ground, they mobilized an app to educate the communities on the virus and what they can do to stay safe during this incredibly challenging time. They are a dedicated team of people making a huge difference in some wonderful communities that just need access to clean water. A right that every single person should have.
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I have personally seen this work up close and the life changing impact it is having on communities, especially women and children, in East Africa. Well Aware empowers communities through the gift of clean water, but they are different than so many other organizations because they partner with the communities and require them to take responsibility for change in order to ensure success. That is why years later they still have a 100% success rate and the change in those communities is so dramatic.
Well Aware sank a borehole in my community in Kenya and since then we as a community have experienced significant change, such as having food security due to the availability of water to irrigate our crops.
Amazing people doing amazing things. With a 100% success rate with their projects, this organization is bringing clean water to those most in need.
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Well Aware does amazing work and changes lives in east Africa. With a 100% success rate, I highly recommend supporting this organization!
As a previous intern, rafiki, and sustaining donor, I’ve known well aware for years. This amazing org is a trailblazer in TRUE sustainability in the WASH sector.
Amazing organization. This organization partners with east African communities to build sustainable water systems. Well Aware has a 100% success rate in bringing clean water to these communities. A huge reason for their success (and what places them a cut above the field) is that they remain in contact with communities years after project implementation and perform regular maintenance on their systems. The entire staff is incredibly kind and dedicated to their cause. I would highly encourage anyone and everyone to get involved with Well Aware.
This is an incredible nonprofit. To my knowledge, they are the only clean water organization that has a 100% success rate with their wells. The majority of clean water wells are built by organizations that do not factor in the needs of the community, and their efforts oftentimes lead to well failures and more difficulties for the community. Well Aware is different. Their model is built around empowering the community, and truly partnering with the community, so that well aware serves the needs of people on their community's own terms. The staff is an incredibly dedicated group of people that I have loved volunteering with as well. They are always available to educate volunteers and interested contributors to find ways to be involved in the organization. The organization is very candid and transparent with their funding, and I truly feel that my donations are being utilized to create impactful change on a global scale. If you're looking to get involved in an organization that also provides a community of supporters to connect with, this is the place for that.
My time at well aware was a time I will never forget, from the amazing people that make up the team to the on going commitment in providing clean water sources for the communities they're in in Africa, I will carry my appreciation and admiration for this non profit for ever. The true epitome of selfless work that keeps those receiving the aid in mind first.
Well Aware is the most wonderful place you could ever experience. Everyone is hard-working, kind, and ambitious. The team really loves what they do, and I can see it! I especially love how involved they are from start to finish on their projects, and you can tell that the team is genuine and filled with people with golden hearts. There's a reason Well Aware has such a high success rate in each of their projects.
Truly a five star organization.
Well Aware is an incredible work environment, full of employees truly passionate about the cause. Well Aware insists on working with and forming relationships with each community they impact. Great place to work and for an even better cause.
I've volunteered and sat on the Board of a wide variety of non-profit environmental and aid organizations over the years. In my view, Well Aware is outstandingly different for two reasons: 1) they have developed a program that is set up for long-term success in the water supply/aid world by tapping highly-qualified technical volunteer expertise to find the most sustainable water sources, keep costs of delivery low, and providing a transparent & efficient financial program to support it all; and 2) they monitor their success not only on gallons delivered, but also the impacts to education, health, and community stability for the areas they serve.
Well Aware came to my community to drill a well (bole hole) and they did not just drill a well, they created a community of love and purpose around the well project. They visited the local school, local church, local clinic and neighbours of International Peace Initiatives, the holders of the project. On their last day they created a community fire where everyone could come and share stories! It was fun, fun, fun! A year later, they came to assess the project, asked what more we need, and went on to install a tank and water pipes to bring the water to the children's home, where they are planning to instal a large water tank so that the home, nearby school and clinic have clean water all year through. They really ARE the best partner I have experienced in my 30 some years of development work! Well Aware are REAL and TRUE!
Well Aware sank a borehole at Olmoran High school - Kenya in 2017 that has impacted on increased enrollment at the High school, primary, nursery and special schools.
wellaware is an incredible organization. they are dedicated to drilling wells successfully & with sustainability in mind. their leadership is top-notch. they truly care about the communities they work in.
Well Aware is changing the water industry by developing projects that create sustainable clean water and sustainable service to maintain any water resource project. Not only is their work internationally credible. Their relationship with their donors, volunteers, and employees is a model every nonprofit should hope for.
I think all kids should have clean water, and Well Aware helps them. I help raise money for Well Aware so the children can stay in school, and now they are very happy and they aren't sick anymore. - Violet, age 7
This team has an incredible model for sustainability and impact through technical expertise and community involvement. I have worked with many international development NGO's and Well Aware stands out as the most effective use of donor dollars that I have seen. The lasting results created by this organization are transforming entire regions of east Africa.
These people have the biggest heart! They are so resourceful and thankful for the smallest donations because it goes to a great cause! They are a great working team, transparent in everything they do, and I love their mission and their team. Excellent nonprofit that I love being a part of!
Well Aware is absolutely top of the list with regard to developing and maintaining life-changing clean water facilities in Africa. The team is dedicated, talented, very conscientious, and the greatest pleasure to work with. Congratulations to Sarah Evans and her entire team on their outstanding work!
Well Aware is an outstanding NGO. As a hydrogeologist, I am constantly awed with their work and their goal of bringing clean water to those who need it the most. Most importantly, the work they do is sustainable.
Well Aware is a shining example of a non-profit doing it right! They carefully manage their financials, and focus 100% on projects—not on propping up high paid administration. They are making a difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. I’m proud to be affiliated with this amazing organization.
Well Aware is unlike any other nonprofit I have ever met. I first got involved with them because I needed a nonprofit internship, and I was looking for a very well-rated and well regarded nonprofit in Austin. I found them via nonprofit reviews and Google, and after coming on board as an intern, their reputation holds true throughout each and every process of their organization.
They are transparent, focused, compassionate, and very welcoming. They integrate appreciation into every aspect of their communication, ensuring the utmost respect for donors, volunteers, and partners.
And, most importantly, you know that your funds are going directly to communities they partner with. They run very lean operations so that most donor dollars can go directly to the projects (83% right now). Plus, they have redefined water charity - maintaining a 100% success rate.
With Well Aware, they are the real deal. You know your money is safe with them and will have a tremendous impact.
A great team making a difference in the world!
They know what they are doing and how to help communities! Experts with a big heart!
Amazing work! The stories of how they have helped communities and especially children always touch my heart! Every time I get in the shower or turn on the faucet I remember how lucky I am and how much organizations like this are needed around the world.
Experiencing the trip to Kenya, is a life changing experience. Water is truly the life blood to these communities. The people understand that and they are so excited and happy that Well Aware is there. They show an outpouring of love and appreciation that, if you are lucky enough to witness it, will change your life forever.
I was so impressed immediately with the energy of the people behind this. So much genuine concern. So inspiring!
Mine is from a bystander point of view. My wife taught 2nd grade for many years. When she learned of Well Aware’s Shower Strike, she had her whole class participate. That first year, they raised around $1500 for clean water in Africa. The 2nd graders in he community just finished their 8th year of Shower Strike. Last year, with donor matches, they raised $15000. This year, more than $23000!
Sarah Evans and her team came to visit our school earlier this spring to congratulate them on their hard work, but more importantly, learning to help others and knowing they can make a difference. That was so important to those kids. They didn’t know that a high percentage of the funds raised go right into building wells in Africa. They didn’t know that every year, every well that Well Aware has built gets checked and maintained. The current data shows that only 4 /10 wells built on the African continent are still worked no. All 51 of Well Aware’s are still in operation. That is dedication to a cause. Sarah Evans has put together the best team of geologists, engineers, technicians, media and more.
This non-profit is of the highest caliber! They are extremely caring, conscientious, meticulous, and have the biggest hearts for what they do.
I cannot say enough good things about these people. My wife would say that I rarely gush, so for me to write this says a lot about the quality of Well Aware!
From the moment I met a representative of Well Aware, I knew that this nonprofit was focused on making a difference. It has been a pleasure to volunteer for Well Aware. I began supporting them at their 2017 Shower Strike, Well Aware provided the Austin community with the opportunity to truly experience what so many people in Africa deal with daily. Their focus on water insecurity has encouraged growth in many other areas such as food, and education accessibility, and has moved to decrease the amount of water-related disease in that area. I hope to continue supporting this organization, however, I can!
Well Aware is a great organization that shows the incredible impact that a small group in Austin can have across the world. Their team is passionate about their cause, and their hard work can be seen in their high success rate.
Well Aware is an amazing organization that helps people haves access to clean drinking water that otherwise they would not have. They have a high success rate, and I admire their passion for helping others.
As a donor to Well Aware I was invited into the field to see how my donations get deployed. I was very impressed with the mantra they applied to their work. It ranges from seeking ways to use water to positively affect the lives of Kenyans, through to ensuring much of the work that is being done is by Kenyans. They also ensure the wells that they build are on community land, which means the water cannot be used for political gain later on.
Well Aware is an amazing organization that provides sustainable drinking supplies to communities in need in Africa. I had the pleasure to travel with Well Aware to Kenya this spring to see how projects have affected the local community and the results are striking and provide not only water supply, but also improved educational opportunities and better health outcomes.
You simply cannot do better than 100% and that is how many Well Aware wells are still functional. Truly inspiring and life changing!
The most important element of nonprofit efficacy is how closely the organization's intent mirrors their actions. In essence, do they do what they say they are going to do and are they relentlessly evaluative of their performance to ensure that they are deepening impact in the communities they serve? Well Aware is a perfect example of an organization that gets this right. Sarah and her incredible team are 'in it to win it' alongside the communities they partner with and their success rate with their wells and the ancillary economic development it provides to the people and places they work is the best of what we can hope for in a NGO/NPO service organization. I am humbled and honored to know them. - Christine Pollei
I've been interning for Well Aware for the past couple months and let me tell you how amazing this organization is: Founder, Sarah Evans, is constantly on the go, working on and planning new projects to bring sustainable wells and rainwater catchment systems to villages in East Africa. She runs a tight ship and it shows - the organizations boasts a 100% success rate as opposed to 40% success by most other organizations that also implement wells. They've changed over 100k lives in the past few years and plan on changing many more for the better. Your support and donations goes a LONG way with this nonprofit: for just $10 you can provide clean water for a single child for decades to come. That sweet giving tastes better than any lunch date.
I was lucky enough to accompany Well Aware to Kenya in June 2016. Getting to see first-hand how Well Aware implements their projects and impacts the lives of others was an experience that can never fully put into words. Without clean water, there is no health, little education, and community development is stunted. Well Aware changes all of that for the people of the communities they work with. We were able to visit a community that has now had clean water for 4 years because of Well Aware. There are now multiple school buildings, a clinic, health has dramatically improved, and all the children are getting an education. Well Aware does the most with every donor dollar to have the greatest impact on their partner communities and I was able to see first hand the massive difference they are making in the lives of so many. This nonprofit exceeds all expectations with their truly life-changing work.
Joined them with my band Saints of Valory on a trip to Kenya this June. Amazing people doing really great things!
The dedication to sustainability of their projects is what makes them stand apart. They don't just dig a well, they engage with the community, they teach them new clean-water skills, they help with managing the change that their impact will make down the road, they visit and re-visit their communities. This is how all non-profit, mission oriented organizations should be run.
Few NPO's have a perfect track record in achieving their mission objectives. Every well they've dug in Africa is still operational - and other water-based NPO's are starting to consult with WA for best practices in the chosen field.
Well Aware is a non-profit that encompasses compassion and integrity. It's a beautiful thing to see the results of their hard work.
My experience as a donor and Village Member with Well Aware has been very positive - I attribute this to the excellent leadership provided by Sarah Evans. Sarah has assembled an excellent group of mentors to assist her in guiding Well Aware from donations collected in the US to actual digging of wells in Africa.
There are few times a donor can actually observe a dollar donated translate into a very tangible item (in this case a water well in Africa) - all done with exceptional fiscal oversight.
I was fortunate enough to get the opportunity to work with Well Aware in Kenya this year, and words can't describe the life changing work their doing here. Well Aware provides clean water through installation of sustainable water wells in rural Kenya and facilitating education. This organization has touched my soul in such a way that I'll never be the same. So much love for the team that provides this powerful life source to those who need it most. Please help support this cause by giving generously.
I was fortunate to be on the last WellAware trip to Kenya to get a first hand experience of the beautiful work they're doing there and the thousands of lives they're changing. This Austin based nonprofit is run by a passionate team, and is really an amazing project to get behind.
It was incredible to see how something as simple as water, a source I've taken for granted my entire life be a matter of life and death to thousands of people, and to see WellAware come in and change that and provide hope was truly inspiring. They come highly recommended!
Well aware is changing people's lives by providing clean water to communities in Africa. Kids can now attend school and mother have time for other economical work other than spend all day walking long distance looking for water that is not even clean for the family. schools are coming up around the places Well aware have build water systems since the communities who used to be mobile looking for water have now build permanent settlements.
Stellar staff - amazing to watch the well aware scientists drill a well in the Kenyan bush with the tribespeople watching - and all of us celebrating the miracle together . Brave, hardworking leadership- awesome achievement of clear mission!
What makes Well Aware amazing is that the water wells built by the organization are 100% functional and sustainable, compared to a 30% success rate with other wells built in Africa. The people who run and volunteer for the organization are amazing as well. They're extremely smart and dedicated to the cause. I'm proud to be a part of this wonderful group! Below is a picture from Well Aware's recent trip to Kenya. The community is dancing along with the Founder and volunteers around their new water well which had just broken ground.
Wonderful group of dedicated folks doing much needed work in Kenya! Amazing success rate and happy communities make this one of the top water non-profits in the world.
Well Aware is an AMAZING organization. Unlike other water charities, Well Aware's wells ACTUALLY WORK. And they stay working! They are making such an impact in communities.
I visited Kenya with Well Aware in June 2016 and was fortunate to see several projects at different stages. Because I was accompanied by the Founder, consultants, and operational execs, I saw this incredible work first-hand. Their holistic approach to water security has meant the continued success of Well Aware projects, years after implementation. I saw the life-changing impact on every community due to having a secure water supply. Schools, clinics, even farms are now able to thrive. I was very impressed that Well Aware has a local staff member visiting each project and continually checking in with the communities needs. I cannot recommend a more quality company in Kenya for your support of their work. Give generously!
I have worked with Well Aware the past two years in Kenya as their photographer. They ARE their mission statement. They provide innovative and sustainable solutions to water scarcity and contamination in Africa by funding and implementing life-saving water systems that drive economic development and build self-sufficient communities.
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I've started as an advisor in the non-profit. I've found them to be very ethical and focused on making the largest difference as possible to bring clean water to people who currently have no access.
Well Aware has really impressed me in 3 key ares: Value for money in the projects with every dollar being used in the best possible way, project follow up to ensure sustainability and the level of commitment from the volunteers. An excellent job in bringing water to the rural community in Kenya. Keep it up!
WellAware is a great organization doing the type of work that offers the greatest return on every dollar donated. Every dollar goes to giving life to communities in need. There are very few charities that can come close to this type of purpose driven return on the investment.
I have volunteered with Well Aware on several occasions and each time has been a memorable and lasting experience. This is an organization who prides themselves in providing great volunteer experience. They are doing great work in East Africa that is backed with a sustainable model. I look forward to volunteering with them again and again!
This is a great nonprofit organization, worthy of your support! It's easy (and wonderful) to have the desire to help others in need- it's a lot more challenging to maintain a nonprofit organization that consistently chooses and manages successful projects in another country. Well Aware has done an incredible job of bringing water and hope to people who desperately need it in Kenya. They have a dedicated staff and are handling their donations and projects in an honest and dependable way. They have good intentions and put them into action with joy and purpose. This is a great organization to support.
Well Aware not only has wonderful intentions of bringing clean water access to rural parts of Kenya they make sure to do it with long-term, self-sustaining strategies for the communities they serve. If all non-profits were run this way the world would be a much better place.
Exceptional non-profit doing wonderful things in the horn of Africa! They are a straight up group with a strong administration that truly cats about making a difference in this world and improving lives one well at a time!
Fantastic company that has followed through on its mission of bringing clean water to Kenya. Fun events, doing a wonderful job raising money and awareness.
Well Aware engages donors with their life saving work in Kenya. I see my donations saving lives. The small staff is compassionate and incredibly hard working.
Well Aware sets the bar for ethical and sustainable water solutions in the developing world. Sarah and her incredibly dedicated team have worked tirelessly over the years to bring clean water to villages in Kenya and ensure local management. Drilling wells is just one aspect of their holistic approach, and I truly think they are a model that should be emulated in the nonprofit world.
Well Aware does great work - implementing water systems for those who have none. I have been a part of the Well Aware Organization for many years - almost since it began. I feel totally trusting and comfortable making donations because I know the work does REAL good - the money is spent SO efficiently - and the water systems WORK! Communities that are so lucky to get a water system experience real change - health improves - crops can be grown - kids go to school - communities grow and thrive. The founder, board, staff and volunteers are all intelligent, concientious and caring.
Cannot say enough good things about Well Aware!!
Work done by WellAware is innovative and necessary. Having volunteered in Kenya during the summer of 2009, I know firsthand the vital need of clean water, especially in those areas where medical care is also largely unavailable. Keep up the good work, guys. What you are doing will provide the groundwork for other nonprofits and humanitarian aid organizations to flourish in Kenya.
I was privileged to observe the results of Well Aware's efforts in 2012 at Tania, Kenya. It was most impressive watching the new well come to life and seeing the expressions on the faces of the many children who would benefit from this marvelous achievement. I'm happy to see contributor's funds being put to such beneficial use in communities which have such a great need.
I met founder Sarah Evans at a nonprofit event in 2011 and was immediately impressed by how much Well Aware had accomplished already in just 2 years with a small group of dedicated volunteers and board members. I really admired Sarah's commitment and leadership. Since then I've done the Shower Strike 3 consecutive years and collaborated with Well Aware on a few fundraising events.
I sincerely believe in the effectiveness and integrity of Well Aware as an organization. Every penny raised goes directly to funding projects in Kenya that bring clean water to people who have none. Well Aware also partners with other notable organizations such as The Nobelity Project and Ten Thousand Villages to support their shared missions of alleviating poverty and bringing clean water and education to developing regions.
Don't just take my word for it -- TOMS founder Blake Mycoskie also supports Well Aware: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjDCHLDYg8M
Having been involved with Well Aware in several capacities, I can say that their passion and integrity flows throughout the organization, in every aspect from the backend operations all the way to the implementation of projects. Their mission to fund and implement life-saving water systems to drive economic development and build self-sufficient communities says it all.
You will not find another water charity who is as conscious, responsible and has the expertise in the work they are doing. The project planning behind every water system is in-depth, done with integrity to the community and inclusive of the community, which Well Aware knows means that the system will be lasting and beneficial for many, many years to come. Their projects team includes experts who volunteer their time and technical expertise to ensure projects are successful and long lasting.
Also, their partnerships with other NGOs increases their positive impact on the communities they work with. When they bring clean water to a community, that enables a school to be built or attendance to increase, healthcare facilities to operate and agriculture to increase and Well Aware partners with NGOs who are experts in these areas to increase impact exponentially.
If you are looking for a water charity where your donor dollar will make the biggest difference in the lives of those that need it, you have found that in Well Aware.
My kids have participated in Well Aware's Annual Shower Strike for the last four years! Well Aware is a wonderful non-profit that puts every dollar to work for a goal of bringing clean water to African communities in need. They have inspired my children to help other children around the world less fortunte than themselves. I am honored for my family to support Well Aware and I know that lives are being saved due to the work they do!
Well Aware does phenomenal humanitarian work and all donations made to them are used wisely and efficiently. It is a real privilege to support this outstanding organization.
Well Aware is an amazing nonprofit driven by one goal…to make the lives of the Kenyan people better and healthier by providing clean water to communities in need.
I'm proud to support Well Aware and their fact-based, thoughtful use of donor time and money in tackling the difficult problem of access to clean water in Africa. There is no other organization as focused (or as successful) in providing sustainable access to water than Well Aware.
You want to support this critical cause in a very deserving part of the world? Look no further.
I had the opportunity to travel to Kenya with Well Aware in 2012 to see first hand the effects of providing clean, disease free water to a community in need. Since that time, I have worked with Sarah and her team at Well Aware to further this mission, becoming a board member in 2013. Well Aware is an innovative and effective organization that is changing the lives and futures of those in need in East Africa. I am privileged to be a part of this organization and give them my full support!
I have volunteered with Well Aware for a few months now, and I have to say that I have enjoyed every moment of it. I admire every single person involved with this organization! Without water, there is no life. Without water we have no chance for survival. Well Aware is not only saving lives and helping communities grow, but allowing these communities in Africa to have a better quality of life. This organization fundraises for these projects, executes the construction and educates the community on how to be self sufficient. The Well Aware team has helped thousands of people in need, and I for one will continue to help them as much as I can!
Sarah and her team are truly a perfect example of what it takes a village to over come all obstacles. This nonprofit is the only nonprofit where I am actually seeing our donation making such an impact on so many lives. I am proud to say that my family is part of Well Aware organization.
Well Aware makes dreams happen, because without water there is no life.
I have written before, and want to update after visiting 2 communities in Kenya this summer that Well Aware has helped. 2 years after installing a water well at an orphanage, there is now a fish pond producing edible (yummy) tilapia and resources available to welcome more girls in a new girls dorm. At a rural farm community, the outpouring of gratitude for their well was amazing. Well Aware also installed a treatment system to rid the water of excess flouride; a problem that affected the teeth of the populace. Brown, stained and etched teeth limit job prospects. Well Aware's water projects are creating a domino effect of positive change in Kenya!
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I was so gratified to be able to go to Kenya and see the huge positive change brought about Well Aware's water projects. Schools being able to accept more students, incidents of sickness reduced, more time spend earning a living or attending school since people don't have to haul water all day....Water is a basic necessity that many in rural Africa do not have. Well Aware is addressing that need in a holistic sustainable way. Unlike many other water 'charities', Well Aware does scientific hydro geological research to insure that the proper system is installed; be it a water well, rainwater collection system or harnessing spring water. Plus, they only accept projects where the community benefactors are engaged, willing, and prepared to maintain the system going forward.
I am proud of the work done by Well Aware. Sincerely, Barbara Baggett
Well Aware is the top of the line for Nonprofits doing international development related work. All members of the team are passionate, dedicated, and highly knowledgable about what they are up against. Getting the opportunity to volunteer for this organization for a short time was an invaluable experience for me. They use all resources--domestically as well as internationally--with expert precision and with a larger goal in mind. Besides the incredible work they are putting forth in setting up impressive new water systems, they are also addressing issues of past wells from other organizations that no longer work with their R3 Initiative. I would highly recommend Well Aware to any potential volunteer, donor, or team member!
Well Aware brings our planet's most abundant, most precious and often misused natural resource, water, to those in desperate need. With Sarah's leadership and the wonderful Well Aware team, this group not only does this with passion, but with effectiveness. Well Aware's sustainability model, ensures that their projects will be successful and communities will thrive for generations, and not suffer greater loss by developing a short-term fix to a long-term problem. Additionally, given Well Aware's transparency, I know that my financial contributions will go directly to the communities in need and funds will support life-changing water systems. I have been involved with Well Aware for several years now and will continue to donate time and money to this beautiful humanitarian organization and team of experts that deliver so much hope, and more importantly results in the form of clean water, for so many in need!
This organization not only does and amazing service to bring water to villages in Africa, but they are also all terrific people and it is a fabulous organization to support.
Last year I had the opportunity to travel with the Well Aware group to Kenya to see installation of a water well at the Tania Integrated Rehabilitation Centre outside of Nairobi. Having access to a clean, sustainable source of water meant everything to the center. Well Aware devotes an amazing amount of effort to each water project to ensure that the project will be technically sucessful, suitable for the community, and sustainable over time. Our technical team and most of our workers are volunteers. Well Aware has an incredible sucess rate for water projects in Kenya and I'm proud to be a member of the board for such a great group.
Having watched the growth of Well Aware from it's creation to the fine, well-run organization that it is today, I would recommend participation or donation to any person who cares about the African water problem. They don't just drill a well and walk away. Each water solution is carefully researched by experienced and qualified persons. The local folks are included in planning and trained in water hygiene. A Well Aware water well or rainwater collection system includes plans for many years of sustainable support.
Well Aware has created amazing sustainable water projects in rural Kenya that have changed and saved thousands of lives. I'm honored to get to help an organization such as Well Aware in continuing to help those in need. It's nice to know that there are organizations like Well Aware who truly put the people they intend to help as top priority. This is something I have found to not be the case in other non-profits. Seeing such a huge portion of all money raised going straight into their projects is amazing.
Well Aware has been the water system implementation partner for several Nobelity Project school locations in Kenya, resulting in healthier, happier students and staff. Clear standards, fast action, good research and follow through make them a high-impact organization and quality partner. Looking forward to many more opportunities to work together for a more peaceful and sustainable world.
It's good to know that there is realistic work being done for the water crisis in Africa. I have been a supporter of Well Aware since it began, and I have been so impressed with the impact they have made. Their teams raise funds, plan their projects, implement them, and study impact to improve their methods. I don't know of any other water charity that is the sole steward of donor dollars and gets so much done with their contributions. I know their projects team is planning new things, and I am excited to see what they do next.
Well Aware is the only nonprofit I've worked with where I can practically see the dollar I donate turn into a life saved within months. Well Aware is lean and smart, staying ahead of sustainable technology and creating individual solutions to each community in Kenya's unique needs. It's remarkable to work with an organization and clearly see the lives it is saving with clean water.
I am a professional business change agent and mentor, I came to Well Aware through a client. I have been so impressed by the level of integrity and commitment by the director Sarah Evans as well as the impact of their projects. I was in Kenya years ago and saw the conditions that exist there. Recently I read a book Abundance: The Future is Better Than You Think which stressed the importance of delivering these kinds of resources to the developing world. I was so inspired by Sarah and their projects I joined the board and am offering my professional services. These people are the real deal!
WellAware is an orgainzation that is passionate, purposeful, and inspiring. It's mission to provide Kenya with clean sustainable water impact generations. It's increases life in the young and the old. I'm blessed to be a part of this orgainzation. I have seen first hand how transformation occurs in the communties that WellAware works in. The smiles, and the joy I saw on the facees of the children are priceless.
Well Aware is a remarkable organization that does a whole lot with very little. Well Aware builds water wells in Kenya to bring clean water to folks who have no access to clean water. Nearly everyone in the org is a volunteer, and the org seems to be efficient and tight and well run. They have already built 15 water wells in Kenya, which is terrific! They run this org so efficiently that the average so far is that they can provide clean water to one Kenyan for an entire year for only $1! That's incredible. I highly recommend this organization.
I am so proud to be a part of Well Aware! After living and volunteering in rural Kenya for nearly 6 months, I learned first hand that access to clean water was the starting point for any substantial change. Health, Education, Economic growth.. they all started with clean water. I also love that Well Aware knows the importance of community involvement for sustainable development. This is an organization committed to doing things right and making a real difference!
The whole team at Well Aware is dedicated to helping communities grow and prosper by building sustainable water systems. They are focused on creating the most cost effective systems - through technology, science, and incredible community and partner NGO's collaboration. I believe they are building the absolute best economic development opportunity in Africa based on water systems as the catalyst. It is exciting to be a part of such a wholistic and successful model for long term impact.
Approximately four years ago I began the search for a local nonprofit that specialized in providing clean drinking water to third world countries to partner with a bottled water company I owned at the time. My needs were specific and real. They had to be local, focus on providing clean drinking water, be honest and transparent, be a ‘true’ nonprofit with little to no overhead, and most importantly have dedicated leadership that truly and passionately believed in their cause. My search led me to Sarah Evans and Well Aware. Not only did Sarah and her team match my criteria, but have grown to provide so much more by acting locally and affecting change globally by improving quality of life. Their method of owning and managing full lifecycle the well selection and implementation process provides sustainable solutions that no other nonprofit can compete with. I highly recommend and support Well Aware knowing their utilization of donations is appropriate and effective.