As an ADVOCATE: Support the cause…
Safe water is a basic human right, yet 2.2 billion people still live without it. The world has the technology, but not the will – yet. WaterStep is here to change that. We’re uniting the 6 billion who have safe water to help the 2.2 billion who don’t. Let’s make this the greatest success story in history. WaterStep is an NGO based in Kentucky that focuses on sustainable solutions to the world’s Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) crisis. Since 1995, WaterStep has evolved from a small service organization to a global leader in safe water solutions and innovation.
WaterStep has developed simple tools, patented technology, and effective training to empower people and communities to solve their own water and sanitation needs. We provide expert solutions for places where infrastructure is fragile and execution challenges are particularly difficult, especially in slums, rural villages, and in communities responding to natural and human made disasters. WaterStep combines safe water and disinfectant technology, and health and hygiene education because safe water in a dirty cup is no longer safe, and dirty hands spread disease. Our technology offers scalable safe water and disinfectant access during disasters because no one should have to worry about whether their water is safe during an emergency. No other safe water NGO in the world does what we do.
Since our 1995 inception we have served 72 countries, impacting more than 15 million lives. We’ve empowered thousands of communities with our simple, sustainable, and scalable solutions. We respond to disasters worldwide, including hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes.
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https://waterstep.org/about-us/
As a SHOP: Discover unique gifts…
Support our mission and get cool WaterStep branded merchandise such as caps and shirts. We also sell items for obtaining and disinfecting water – for personal use or for life saving gifts.
BleachMaker: PATENTED – WaterStep’s BleachMaker makes a bleach solution to be used as a general-purpose disinfectant. The production of a strong, effective disinfectant made on-site, easily and at a low cost, will promote improved sanitation and hygiene. It is portable and uses only water, salt, and a 12V/DC power source. It generates approx. 1 gallon of bleach (5 liters) every hour. The bleach, if sealed in a container, has a 2-week shelf life. Also, bleach is a proven disinfectant for water. A small quantity of bleach can be added to a container of water, and after waiting 30 minutes, the water can safely be consumed. Dimensions: 20′′x15′′x6′′ / Weight: approx. 7 lbs.
EXP-50 Portable Hand Drilling System: The EXPLORER Hand Drilling System (EXP-50) is used around the world to drill water wells by hand without bulky engines, mud pumps or costly machinery. Components can be repaired or replaced using parts that are accessible in most developing countries. Drilling depth capability varies depending on the specific geological conditions. The EXP-50 is recommended for shallow well drilling of up to 50 ft. (15.2 m) and is not designed to drill through hard rock. The user is responsible for complying with all local and international laws regarding well drilling. Engineered to be a “go anywhere” tool to check as baggage on most airlines. The entire drill can be backpacked to just about any location without having to worry about vehicle accessibility. As packaged, the EXP-50 can be used to drill a 5-inch hole, 50 ft. (16 m) deep. If greater depth is required, additional extension rods (EXP-50) may be purchased directly from WaterStep, or may be manufactured in the field. The EXP-50 comes with (1) EXP-01 Regular auger bit, (1) EXP-02 Sand auger bit, (1) EXP-03 Cracking bit, (1) EXP-04 T-Handle, (1) EXP-07 Multi-slip, (2) EXP-13 Carrying bag, (16) EXP-05 Extension rod, and (25) EXP-06 Lock pin. Includes (2) extra Collars in case there is a need to make more extensions in the field. Each of the two units are 9″ x 9″ x 40″. Each bag weighs 42 lbs for a total of 84 lbs (19 kg).
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Be a DONOR: Show that you care…
Donation
Be Part of the Solution: You can make a difference. By supporting WaterStep, you help bring safe drinking water to those who need it most. Whether through financial contributions or hands-on training, your involvement is crucial to our mission. $1 invested in water and sanitation can yield as much as $34 in economic and social benefits (Source: UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs)
Donations at specified amounts are designated or you may customize your gifts. Recurring gifts are encouraged. You may donate on behalf of a business, organization, or in memory, honor, or tribute to a special person or occasion. Donations are accepted online, over the phone, or by send your checks payable to WaterStep to: WaterStep, 625 Myrtle Street, Louisville, KY 40208, USA.
Please contact us directly to learn more about donating stock or donor advised funds. We are honored to receive legacy giving via trust or estate planning – contact us to learn more about these possibilities.
Donate Peer to Peer: Love hosting themed parties? Bourbon and cigar nights? Are you a gamer, fitness fanatic, or an artist? You can use what you love to help bring safe water to those in greatest need. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, honoring a loved one, or simply wanting to make a difference, you can rally your friends, family, and colleagues to support WaterStep‘s vital work. By creating your own fundraising campaign, you can amplify your impact and help us reach our goal of providing sustainable water solutions to every person in the world who needs it.
Partnership
Whether you’re an international NGO looking to enhance your WASH program, a community that needs safe water, or someone who wants to make a difference, there’s a place for you at WaterStep. When you work with WaterStep, you’re not just partnering with an organization—you’re joining a global movement to provide safe water to every corner of the world. Together, we can make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
We believe in the power of collaboration. From large international NGOs to small medical missions, corporate disaster relief teams, and faith-based groups, we partner with organizations that share our passion for bringing safe water to those in need. Together, we integrate our safe water and disinfectant systems into established programs, amplifying our impact and reaching even more vulnerable communities.
Our missions are donor-funded projects that focus on addressing the greatest needs in the most desperate communities around the world. These community grants enable us to bring safe water and sanitation solutions to remote villages, schools, slums, and other hard-to-reach areas where people are struggling to survive without this basic necessity.
Governments play a crucial role in disaster management, both domestically and internationally. WaterStep partners with governments to enhance their preparedness, response, and recovery efforts, ensuring that safe water and sanitation are prioritized in every phase of disaster management.
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