Every Drop Matters: Providing Rainwater Capture in Kenya
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100 Humanitarians International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families in Kenya through sustainable solutions in food, water, education, and health. Since its founding in 2015, the organization has worked tirelessly to support families living in extreme poverty, earning less than $1.90 a day. With a focus on mentorship and self-reliance, 100 Humanitarians implements impactful projects such as garden towers for food security, rainwater capture systems for clean water access, education sponsorships, and health initiatives. These efforts aim to break the cycle of poverty and create long-term opportunities for thriving communities.
Rainwater Capture Tanks
Capturing rainwater from a tin sheet roof is a simple yet powerful solution that can empower women and girls in impoverished communities. In many of these areas, the responsibility of fetching water falls predominantly on women and girls, often requiring long and arduous journeys to distant water sources.
The Benefits of a Rainwater Capture Tank:
✔️Empowerment and Time Savings: Implementing rainwater capture tanks dramatically reduces the need for long and arduous journeys to fetch water, freeing up valuable time and energy for women and girls. This newfound time allows them to engage in income-generating activities, education, and farming, thereby improving their economic standing and contributing to their families' well-being.
✔️Health and Safety Improvements: With rainwater harvesting systems, women and girls face reduced exposure to potential dangers associated with distant water sources. The shift to locally sourced water means better health and safety, enabling more time for self-care and family bonding, enhancing overall quality of life.
✔️Sustainable Community Development: Rainwater harvesting from tin sheet roofs is a sustainable, cost-effective solution that eases the daily burden of water collection. This practice empowers women and girls, helping to break the cycle of poverty and create lasting positive change within their communities by fostering economic growth and improved living conditions.
Your donations will go towards providing clean water for families in a community living in extreme poverty in Kenya.
Learn more at https://100humanitarians.org