Children

Every 21 seconds, a child dies from a water-related illness

Women

Women spend 200 million hours a day collecting water

Water

More than 3x more people lack water than live in the United States

Disease

The majority of illness is caused by fecal matter

Sanitation

More people have a mobile than a toilet

Economic

Lack of community involvement causes 50% of other projects to fail

About Us

The water and sanitation problem in the developing world is far too big for charity alone. We are driving the water sector for new solutions, new financing models, greater transparency, and real partnerships to create lasting change. Our vision: Safe water and the dignity of a toilet for all, in our lifetime.

Co-founded by Matt Damon and Gary White, Water.org is a nonprofit organization that has transformed hundreds of communities in Africa, South Asia, and Central America by providing access to safe water and sanitation.

Water.org traces its roots back to the founding of WaterPartners International in 1990. In July 2009, WaterPartners merged with H2O Africa, resulting in the launch of Water.org. Water.org works with local partners to deliver innovative solutions for long-term success. Its microfinance-based WaterCredit Initiative is pioneering sustainable giving in the sector.