FAQ's
What is Wells of Life?
Wells for Life is a non-profit organization that embraces the idea that everyone person has the right to safe, clean drinking water.
Why wells?
We believe that with access to clean water the opportunities for a community are endless. Wells are the first step in building a community.
Where does my donation go?
95% of your donation will go to building wells in Africa.
We hope this has answered most of your questions.
If you would like any other information, please feel free to email us at info@wellsoflife.org
Quick Facts
- One in six people worldwide do not have access to safe drinking water.
- Water makes up 70% of the earth, but 1.1 billion people lack access to safe water supplies.
- According to the U.N., a child dies from waterborne diseases every 15 seconds.
- In East Africa, water-related disease kills 1 in 4 children who die before the age of 5.
- 70% of East African hospital visits are caused by unsafe drinking water.
- Women and children walk an average of three miles a day to fetch water.
- Women in Africa and Asia carry the U.S. luggage allowance (44 pounds) of water on their heads..
- The average U.S. home uses 100 gallons of water each day; an African family uses about five gallons of water each day.
