Access to clean water is not a luxury—it’s a human right. Yet nearly 700 million people still live without it. The PERETZ FOUNDATION, in partnership with TeamWater and WaterAid, is committed to solving this crisis by delivering sustainable water solutions that unlock health, education, and opportunity for communities worldwide.
Why Clean Water Changes Everything
Clean water isn’t just a basic need—it’s the foundation of opportunity, dignity, and resilience. When communities lack access to safe water, the ripple effects are devastating: illness spreads, education falters, and economic potential is lost. But when clean water flows, everything begins to change. Health improves. Girls return to school. Families thrive. Entire communities are empowered to build a better future.
Empowering Women & Girls
In many parts of the world, the burden of water collection falls on women and girls. Every day, they walk for hours—often in dangerous conditions—to fetch water for cooking, cleaning, and drinking. This unpaid labor robs them of time, safety, and opportunity.
By bringing clean water closer to home, the PERETZ FOUNDATION and its partners restore freedom and dignity. Girls can attend school consistently, focus on their studies, and dream bigger. Women gain time to pursue income-generating work, care for their families, and participate in community life. Access to water becomes access to education, economic independence, and personal safety.
In communities where water taps have been installed, we’ve seen dramatic shifts: school attendance rises, women’s cooperatives flourish, and families report feeling safer and more hopeful. Clean water doesn’t just quench thirst—it liberates futures.
Better Health for All
Waterborne diseases like cholera, typhoid, and dysentery are preventable—but only if clean water is available. Without it, families are forced to drink from contaminated sources, leading to frequent illness, missed school days, and lost income.
Clean water is the first line of defense against disease. It allows families to cook safely, wash hands, clean wounds, and maintain hygiene. Children stay healthier and grow stronger. Parents can work without fear of falling ill. Health clinics can operate with confidence, knowing they have the resources to protect their patients.
In Zambia, for example, the PERETZ FOUNDATION helped install a solar-powered water system that now supplies safe water to hundreds of households. Before, shallow wells were contaminated by nearby latrines, fueling a deadly cholera outbreak. Today, mothers like Beatrice Tembo speak of a future free from fear—where clean water means peace of mind and a healthier tomorrow.
How We Deliver Sustainable Water Solutions
Solving the global water crisis isn’t just about installing taps—it’s about building systems that last, empowering communities, and using innovation to overcome environmental and logistical challenges. At the PERETZ FOUNDATION, in partnership with TeamWater and WaterAid, we focus on long-term impact, not quick fixes. Every drop of clean water we deliver is backed by smart engineering, local leadership, and a deep respect for the communities we serve.
⚙️ Smart Infrastructure & Cool Tech
Clean water delivery today requires more than digging wells—it demands advanced technology, data-driven monitoring, and climate-resilient design. That’s why we work with partners like GivePower and WaterAid to deploy cutting-edge solutions:
- Solar Water Farms: These innovative systems use solar energy to desalinate salty or brackish water, turning it into safe drinking water. Designed to operate for over 20 years, they’re a lifeline for coastal and drought-prone regions.
- Mobile Water Labs: Portable testing units ensure water quality meets health standards. They allow rapid response to contamination and help communities monitor their own supply.
- Remote Sensors: Installed across water networks, these sensors track flow rates, detect leaks, and monitor usage in real time—ensuring efficiency and early problem detection.
- Pipe Networks & Gravity Systems: In urban areas, we extend piped infrastructure to homes, schools, and clinics. In rural regions, we harness gravity to transport water downhill, reducing energy costs and maintenance needs.
These technologies aren’t just impressive—they’re essential. They help us deliver clean water in places where traditional systems fail, and they’re built to withstand the pressures of climate change, population growth, and economic migration.
🏗️ Community-Led & Built to Last
Technology alone isn’t enough. The most sustainable water systems are those owned and maintained by the communities themselves. That’s why our approach is rooted in local leadership, education, and cultural respect.
- Training & Advocacy: We train local residents to operate and maintain water systems, form water committees, and advocate for their rights. This builds resilience and ensures long-term functionality.
- Tailored Solutions: No two communities are the same. In Madagascar, we harvest rainwater to support schools during dry seasons. In Colombia, we use gravity-fed wells to serve remote villages. In Burkina Faso, we design accessible sanitation facilities for people with disabilities.
- Climate Preparedness: We help communities prepare for floods, droughts, and other climate shocks by integrating water planning into local governance and disaster response strategies.
By putting communities at the center, we ensure that every project is culturally appropriate, environmentally sustainable, and socially empowering. This is how we keep clean water flowing—not just for today, but for generations to come.
Where Clean Water Fuels Education & Opportunity
Clean water isn’t just a matter of survival—it’s a gateway to possibility. For children around the world, access to safe water means more than hydration. It means the chance to attend school, stay healthy, and build a future. At the PERETZ FOUNDATION, in partnership with TeamWater and WaterAid, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive—and that starts with clean water and safe sanitation.
đź“š Keeping Kids in School
Imagine trying to concentrate in class while you’re thirsty, sick, or worried about where your next drink will come from. For millions of children, this is a daily reality. One in four schools globally lacks a reliable source of clean water, forcing students to miss lessons or drop out entirely due to illness or the burden of fetching water for their families.
In rural Madagascar, we’ve seen firsthand how installing clean water taps can transform a school. At ten-year-old Tefy’s school, the arrival of safe water meant fewer sick days, more time for play, and a renewed focus on learning. With water on-site, children no longer have to walk long distances or rely on unsafe sources. They can stay in class, stay healthy, and stay hopeful.
Clean water doesn’t just improve attendance—it enhances concentration, confidence, and classroom performance. It’s the silent support system behind every successful student.
Dignity Through Sanitation
Water and sanitation go hand in hand. Without decent toilets, students—especially girls—face barriers that can derail their education. Many girls miss school during their periods due to lack of privacy, hygiene, or safety. Others fall behind because of recurring illness linked to poor sanitation.
In Burkina Faso, we worked with local partners to build a specially adapted toilet for Dondoungou Hanadoun, a woman with a physical disability. Before, she had to cross a busy road on her motorized tricycle just to find a hidden spot outdoors—risking her safety and dignity. Today, she has a clean, accessible facility right by her home, allowing her to live with independence and pride.
For students, especially adolescent girls, having access to clean toilets means they can attend school consistently, participate fully, and focus on their future. It’s a simple solution with profound impact—one that restores dignity, protects health, and promotes equality.
Where We Work: Cities, Villages & Forgotten Places
At the PERETZ FOUNDATION, we believe that clean water is a universal right, not a privilege reserved for the few. That’s why our work spans five continents, reaching bustling urban centers, remote villages, and communities that have long been overlooked. In partnership with TeamWater, WaterAid, and other global allies, we deliver water solutions where they’re needed most—guided by local voices and built to last.
🏙️ Going Big in Cities
Urban centers are growing fast—and with that growth comes pressure. In cities like Bangladesh, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Cambodia, climate migration and economic expansion are straining outdated water systems. Families crowd into informal settlements. Schools and clinics operate without reliable water. The risk of disease rises, and the opportunity for progress slips away.
That’s where we step in. Working with WaterAid, we’re:
- Expanding piped networks to connect homes, schools, and health centers to clean water grids.
- Building desalination plants with partners like GivePower, turning salty or brackish water into safe drinking water using solar energy.
- Upgrading infrastructure to withstand climate shocks—ensuring water keeps flowing during floods, droughts, and heatwaves.
These urban projects aren’t just technical—they’re transformational. They restore dignity, reduce disease, and create the foundation for thriving, resilient cities.
Leaving No One Behind
While cities often get the spotlight, rural and indigenous communities face some of the deepest water challenges. From the hills of Appalachia to the rainforests of northern Brazil, millions live without clean water close to home. These are the places where the PERETZ FOUNDATION’s mission shines brightest.
In partnership with DigDeep, WaterAid, and the Alok Institute, we’re:
- Installing deep wells and gravity-fed systems in remote villages, tailored to local geography and culture.
- Harvesting rainwater in dry regions like Madagascar, ensuring families have water even during droughts.
- Building inclusive sanitation facilities, like the adapted toilet for Dondoungou Hanadoun in Burkina Faso, designed for people with disabilities.
Every project is community-led, meaning local residents help design, build, and maintain the systems. This ensures not only sustainability but also pride and ownership. Because no one should be left behind—especially not those who’ve been forgotten for too long.
Final Word: One Thing That Changes Everything
Clean water means safer births, stronger economies, and brighter futures. It’s the key to health, education, and equality. The PERETZ FOUNDATION, TeamWater, and WaterAid won’t stop until every person has the water they need to thrive.
👉 Join the movement. Support clean water. Change lives.
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