Why Recurring Donations Matter

Here’s why becoming a Rainmaker is one of the most impactful ways to make a difference:

1. Sustained Impact

Recurring donations provide the steady resources needed to ensure water systems remain operational. Wells and water points require regular maintenance to prevent breakdowns, and your monthly contributions make this possible.

• Functional Water Systems: With consistent funding, we can maintain a 95% functionality rate for wells—well above the global average.

• Healthier Communities: Reliable water reduces waterborne diseases, ensuring families stay healthy and thrive.

• Preventing Emergencies: Proactive maintenance avoids costly repairs and ensures that communities never have to revert to unsafe water sources.

2. Reliability for Communities

For families in rural communities, access to clean water means more than survival—it means stability and opportunity.

• Everyday Security: Knowing that water will flow every day allows parents to plan for their families’ futures without fear of illness or scarcity.

• Focus on Education: Children no longer need to walk for miles to fetch water, giving them the time and energy to stay in school and build brighter futures.

• Economic Growth: With time freed up from fetching water and caring for sick family members, adults can focus on work, increasing household income.

3. Cost-Effective Solutions

Monthly giving allows Water for Good to plan more efficiently, reducing administrative costs and ensuring that donations are maximized for impact.

• Predictable Funding: Regular contributions help us budget for maintenance, training, and education programs over the long term.

• Greater Efficiency: With a steady stream of resources, we can negotiate better rates for supplies and services, stretching every dollar further.

• Scalable Solutions: Consistent funding makes it possible to expand our programs to new regions, reaching even more people in need.

4. Long-Term Change

Water is just the beginning. The benefits of reliable water access extend to sanitation, hygiene, and economic opportunities, creating a foundation for sustainable progress.

• Sanitation and Hygiene: Monthly donations support WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) programs that teach families how to maintain clean and healthy living environments.

• Empowering Women and Girls: With access to clean water, women and girls can focus on education and economic participation rather than spending hours collecting water.

• Building Resilient Communities: Clean water reduces disease, increases school attendance, and creates opportunities for small businesses, helping communities grow and thrive over generations.

Meet Our Rainmakers: Real Stories of Impact

Mary’s Journey as a Rainmaker

Mary, a teacher in Texas, became a Rainmaker in 2023. “It felt so meaningful to know that a small amount each month could transform lives,” she says. In just one year, her contributions helped fund maintenance for three wells in Uganda, providing reliable water to over 600 people.

Mary reflected, “What I love most is knowing that my support doesn’t stop at installing a well—it ensures that the water keeps flowing. That’s powerful.”

What Monthly Giving Achieves

Rainmakers like Mary have helped us:

• Maintain a 95% functionality rate for wells—far above the global average of 60%.

• Provide clean water to over 85,000 people in 2024 alone.

• Train local leaders to sustain progress through WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) practices.

The Benefits of Becoming a Rainmaker

Joining our Rainmaker community is more than just a pledge to give—it’s an opportunity to be part of a transformative movement, with tangible benefits for you as a donor. By making a monthly commitment, you’re not only changing lives but also connecting with the impact of your generosity in meaningful ways. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Exclusive Updates

As a Rainmaker, you’ll receive regular updates that bring the impact of your support to life.

• Personal Stories: Hear directly from the people whose lives you’re transforming—like Florence, whose family now thrives thanks to clean water.

• Photo Journals: See the joy and progress captured in stunning imagery from the communities you support.

• Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Learn about the innovative approaches and challenges involved in delivering water, sanitation, and hygiene to remote areas.

2. Impact Reports

We believe in transparency and accountability. That’s why we provide detailed reports that outline the tangible outcomes of your contributions.

• Well Functionality Statistics: See how your support helps maintain a 95% well functionality rate, far exceeding global averages.

• WASH Program Success: Learn how your donations fund sanitation and hygiene education, reducing disease and improving community health.

• Expansion Metrics: Track how many new wells and communities are being reached thanks to Rainmaker support.

3. Community Recognition

By becoming a Rainmaker, you join a global community of like-minded individuals committed to solving the water crisis.

• Digital Badge: Proudly display your Rainmaker badge on your social media profiles or email signature, showcasing your dedication to this important cause.

• Exclusive Community Access: Gain opportunities to connect with other Rainmakers through special events, webinars, and social groups.

• Public Acknowledgment (Optional): For those who wish, we celebrate Rainmakers in our annual reports and newsletters, highlighting your role in creating sustainable change.

4. The Knowledge You’re Helping Sustain Progress

One of the most rewarding benefits of being a Rainmaker is knowing that your monthly giving provides more than immediate relief—it creates lasting change.

• Building Resilient Communities: Your consistent support ensures families can rely on clean water for years to come, fostering stability and growth.

• Preventing Downtime: Regular funding allows for proactive well maintenance, preventing breakdowns and ensuring continuous water access.

• Empowering Future Generations: By supporting education, hygiene, and economic opportunities, your giving sets the foundation for sustainable progress in every community served.

How Recurring Donations Make a Difference

Recurring donations empower us to:

• Ensure Long-Term Maintenance: Non-functional wells are a common issue globally, but with monthly support, we can consistently service water points and prevent breakdowns.

• Support Healthier Families: Families with access to clean water are healthier, allowing children to attend school and parents to work.

• Invest in Hygiene Education: Monthly contributions fund WASH programs that teach communities how to use water safely and maintain clean environments.

How to Start 2025 as a Rainmaker

Starting your year as a Rainmaker is simple and impactful.

• Set Your Contribution: Even small monthly gifts make a big difference. Just $30/month can provide clean water for an entire family.

• Sign Up Online: Visit our website, choose "Monthly Gift," and become part of a global movement.

• See the Results: Join a community of changemakers and receive updates about the lives you’re transforming.

This new year, take a step that truly matters. Becoming a Rainmaker means joining a community of compassionate individuals who are committed to creating sustainable, long-term solutions to the global water crisis. Together, we can ensure 2025 is a year of transformation, hope, and impact for families around the world.

Start your year with impactful giving— Donate today. Let hope flow.