Unfortunately, everyone in the world does not have access to clean water. In fact, one-third of the world’s population does not have safe water to drink. When people are forced to use contaminated water for drinking, bathing, and cooking, the results are catastrophic. Every year, more than one million people die from diseases carried by contaminated…
As you should already know, water is a finite resource, like oil. Although we live on a planet filled with water, only a very small percentage is safe and usable for human consumption. Now imagine the amount of safe water remaining the same, but the number of people who rely on that water increases exponentially…
The importance of quality water cannot be understated. In parts of the world without access to safe and clean drinking water, humanity suffers from malnutrition, dehydration, and death from preventable diseases. At Healing Waters, our mission is to provide the basic human right of access to clean and safe water and sanitation practices to all. What…
Few things are more satisfying than donating to a worthwhile charitable organization. When you contribute to an organization such as Healing Waters International, you help to bring safe drinking water to parts of the world where it isn’t readily available. While you’re doing good for thirsty people around the globe, you’re also doing well for yourself.…
Water is one of our most basic needs for survival. When people don’t have access to clean and safe water, they have to use whatever water they can find, even if it’s contaminated, for drinking, washing, and growing food. The result is disease and poverty. How Do You Determine Water and Sanitation Safety? The CDC measures…
Water is a precious resource. However, far too many communities either have limited, or no access to water. The reasons for this are varied, but one primary reason is the seclusion of the communities. Because the communities do not have a body of fresh water near them or near a big city, it is often…
What is World Water Day? Why is World Water Day important? Why do we celebrate World Water Day? Founded by the United Nations in 1993, National World Water Day focuses on the global importance of freshwater in today’s world. With ever-decreasing global access to freshwater, World Water Day works to raise awareness of our critical need…
Water is a fundamental aspect of human life. Your body is made of water, we need water to survive, and we use water on a daily basis. Looking at a picture of the Earth, it appears that the world has more than enough water; after all, most of the Earth is covered in it. However,…
Every Non-Governmental Organization (“NGO”) has a purpose. NGOs strive to make the world a better place, whether it is to save animals, provide clean energy, spread the gospel, or, like us here at Healing Waters International, end the global water crisis. However, NGOs often get stumped on locating funding for their projects despite all these beneficial…