ABOUT US

charity: water is a nonprofit organisation bringing clean and safe water to people around the world.

Together, we can end the water crisis

Since charity: water was founded in 2006, we’ve been chasing one ambitious goal: ending the global water crisis. And while the water crisis is huge, we’re optimistic. We know how to solve the problem, and we make progress every day thanks to the help of local partners and generous supporters. If we work together, we believe everyone will have access to life’s most basic need within our lifetime.

CHARITY: WATER'S impact to date

171,469

WATER PROJECTS FUNDED

29

countries

19,151,855

people will be served

You have our word—and more

When charity: water began, we made a bold promise: 100% of public donations would go directly to fund clean water projects. Philanthropists and Gift Aid cover our operating costs so 100% of your money can fund water projects.

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How we work

We want you to know exactly how and where your donation is being used. So from the beginning, we’ve kept a few promises.

We prove every project

We track every penny you raise and show the projects you helped fund with photos and GPS coordinates.

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We’re an open book

We’ve consistently received the highest grades available for accountability and transparency.

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We work with local partnerships

We partner with experienced local partners to build sustainable, community-owned water projects.

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Ready to give the gift of clean water?

Every £30 can end a walk for water, and 100% of your donation will fund clean water projects.

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Give with confidence

Philanthropists and Gift Aid cover our operating costs so you can trust 100% of your donation will go directly to water solutions, every penny, every time. These companies and organisations agree.

Leading the team

Facing a problem as big as the water crisis requires an incredible team. We’re grateful to have some of the most innovative and committed leaders guiding our organisation.

Managing Director

Hannah Bellamy

Chief Development Officer

Ben Greene

Officers of the Board

CHAIR OF THE INTERNATIONAL BOARD

Ije Nwokorie

Ije Nwokorie is the Chief Brand Officer of Dr Martens, the iconic footwear brand, overseeing marketing, product and customer experience. He enjoys balancing technology, creativity, and leadership — subjects he writes and tells stories about regularly. He previously spent 6 years as senior director at Apple Retail and 11 years as the CEO of the creative consultancy Wolff Olins and oversaw offices in London, New York, and San Francisco. While Ije was born in America and now lives in London, he spent his early years in rural Nigeria, which he credits for forging his creative outlook and affinity for wonder.

Board of Directors

Sam Lawson Johnston

Sam Lawson Johnston co-founded the commercial real estate investment company, Kinrise. Kinrise’s vision is to renew UK cities by restoring iconic buildings and creating workspaces that inspire and enable culture, community, and company growth. Lawson Johnston is also the co-founder and non-executive director of luxury eyewear brand Finlay London and is a trustee of Hackney Church, London.

OPPORTUNITIES

Change the world with us

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