1. Introduction
Access to clean and safe water remains a significant challenge in rural Ethiopia—particularly in Chebo and Chiret Kebeles, located in Mihur Aklil Woreda of the Gurage Zone. With a population exceeding 10,000 people, these communities rely on inadequate and often unsafe water sources, leading to widespread waterborne diseases and associated health burdens. Women and children shoulder the daily task of fetching water, often walking for hours. This initiative, led by Kindova Humanitarian Organization, seeks to reverse that narrative by establishing a deep borehole water system that provides reliable, safe water. Clean water will not only improve health and sanitation but also increase educational opportunities, support agricultural productivity, and empower women and families to thrive.
2. Why Your Support Matters
Your support for the Chebo and Chiret Borehole Water Supply Initiative, a Kindova Humanitarian Organization project, goes beyond simply funding a water project—it is a direct investment in the lives of thousands. Clean water is the foundation for public health, education, gender equality, food security, and economic development. Through this project, waterborne illnesses will decline, girls will spend more time in classrooms rather than collecting water, and farmers will access a steady water supply for crops and livestock. Your contribution becomes part of a lasting transformation that enables the people of Chebo and Chiret to live healthier, more dignified, and empowered lives.
3. Project Goals
This project, a key initiative by Kindova Humanitarian Organization, aims to construct a sustainable, deep borehole water system to meet the long-term needs of Chebo and Chiret communities. The system will use a combination of pumped and gravity-fed technology, covering both domestic and livestock water requirements. Water storage tanks, pipelines, and accessible public taps will be installed throughout both kebeles. The project will also train residents in system maintenance and water hygiene practices to ensure the water supply remains safe and sustainable for at least 15 years, accounting for population growth and future demand.
4. Project Cost
The estimated total cost of the Chebo and Chiret Borehole Water Supply Initiative, spearheaded by Kindova Humanitarian Organization, is $97,000 USD. This budget includes drilling, pump installation (solar or generator-powered), pipeline infrastructure, water reservoirs, community training, and monitoring and evaluation efforts. This budget also includes contingency funds to manage unforeseen site conditions and logistical challenges. Your contribution—large or small—will directly fund one or more components of this life-sustaining infrastructure.
5. The Impact of Your Support
Your generosity will create long-term, life-altering impacts.
- Over 10,000 residents will gain access to clean and safe water.
- Health outcomes will dramatically improve as waterborne diseases decline.
- Women and children will reclaim hours each day once spent fetching water, giving them time for school, income-generating work, and rest.
- Farmers will have improved access to water for crops and animals, supporting local food production and stability.
- Community ownership of the project will be fostered through training, empowering locals to manage and sustain the system long-term.
6. How You Can Help
You can be a vital part of this life-changing initiative by donating, sponsoring a specific component of the project (such as a water point or pump system), or even organizing a fundraiser within your community, school, or workplace. Every dollar makes a difference. Whether you’re an individual, a faith-based group, a school, a business, or a philanthropic foundation, your involvement will bring us one step closer to providing water for thousands who urgently need it. We also welcome corporate partners and grant-makers interested in long-term social impact and sustainability. If you’re looking to create meaningful change, this project offers a unique opportunity to directly improve lives and build a brighter future for generations.
7. Here’s How Your Support Can Make an Impact
- $50 can provide pipes to connect homes and community water points.
- $100 can help fund community training on water hygiene and borehole maintenance.
- $250 can support the installation of a water access point serving dozens of families.
- $1,000 can fund a solar pump component or water storage tank.
Water is not a luxury; it is a lifeline. Let’s stand with the people of Chebo and Chiret to bring clean water to their doorsteps. With your help, we can spark a future of health, opportunity and resilience.
Together, We Can Turn Clean Water into a Source of Hope – one borehole at a time!