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Ways to Give
Monthly giving is a powerful way to make a difference. By donating monthly, you'll become a member of the Wavemaker Community and play a key role in transforming the lives of women, children, and families who face daily water challenges.
Your recurring gift will provide ongoing resources for access to safe water and sanitation, helping us bring hope and dignity to those in need. Become a Wavemaker today!
Donate now and join us in transforming lives around the world. 2.2 billion people still lack access to safe drinking water. Your donation will help reach families, schools, and health clinics with lasting access to safe water and dignified bathrooms.
Donating on behalf of someone is a meaningful gift for the socially conscious people in your life or a heartfelt way to honor a loved one's memory.
You'll have the option to notify them by scheduling a personalized eCard.
You can mail a check made out to Water For People to our secure donation processing address:
Water For People
PO Box 5185
Boone, IA 50950-4185
Multiply your impact by getting your workplace involved. See if your employer matches charitable contributions or work with your company to set up a fundraiser for your next holiday party or meeting.
Gifts of appreciated securities can be a way for you to make an immediate, significant contribution to Water For People.
Your donation will be eligible for a gift credit and an income tax deduction for the fair market value of the securities donated. Also, you will not pay capital gains tax on the securities you donate. To make a gift of stock, you must first contact your broker to set up a stock transfer.
Please provide the following account information to your broker or financial advisor in order for them to transfer your gift of stock to Water For People:
UBS Financial Services, Inc
Main contact at UBS Financial: Austin Trevino at 303.820.5016
DTC #: 0221
Account #: AB-08668-98
Account Name: Water For People General Reserve Account
Water For People’s Tax ID Number: 84-1166148
A donor advised fund, which is like a charitable savings account, gives you the flexibility to recommend how much and how often money is granted to Water For People and other qualified charities.
You can recommend a grant or recurring grants now to make an immediate impact or use your fund as a tool for future charitable gifts.
Join the Safe Water Guardian Society. Set up a planned gift and become a Safe Water Guardian. With thoughtful planning today, you can make a transformative difference.
Learn more about including Water For People as a beneficiary in your will, retirement plan, life insurance policy, and other income gifts.
Use your digital assets to fuel social good. We're accepting 80+ cryptocurrencies through The Giving Block. Bonus: crypto donations are an especially tax-efficient form of giving. Learn more and give today.
Donate your car through our partnership with Cars Helping Charities. Start the Vehicle Donation Request process and choose Water For People when selecting a charity.
Donation Questions?
If you have questions about making a donation, documentation of your gift, or updating your personal information, visit our giving FAQs page or reach out directly.
Volunteer
Learn more about how you can get involved in your community to support access to safe water and dignified bathrooms around the world. You can always reach out directly to us at [email protected] for questions about volunteering and getting involved.
Ripple Effect Community members are people from all walks of life who bring their talent and passion for a good purpose.
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Over 50 local AWWA and WEF Committees host events across North America focusing on community outreach, advocacy, and fundraising.
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The World Water Corps is made up of technical volunteers who share expertise to support our teams around the world.
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Fundraise
You can help us bring lasting change to people all over the world and magnify that impact by creating a fundraiser – your first step in making a ripple that spreads and creates positive change. Our fundraising platforms make it easy for you to get started today.
Start a Ripple Effect Fundraiser »
Start a fundraiser with a family lemonade stand, dedicate your Birthday, or include Water For People on your wedding registry. Open the floodgates on your creativity and start your own Ripple Effect fundraiser.
Sign up for the World Water Classic »
Join a team or compete individually to run, walk, pedal, or get creative in support of reliable water access.
Partner
Take a stand with your brand by supporting health, gender equity, economic opportunity, and climate resiliency in the regions where we work. Water access is at the center of each of these and is a basic human right.
Shop
We have gear and accessories so that you can wear your heartfelt support for Water For People on your sleeve – literally. We also have wonderful partners who dedicate a portion of their sales to Water For People. Explore these businesses and know you'll be making an impact with your purchases.
