Clean Water Appeal - Bring Life's Essence to Everyone

1 in 10 people worldwide lack access to clean water, leading to a cycle of poverty and illness. Clean water means health, income, and education – especially for women and children. We believe everyone deserves a fair chance to lead a healthy and productive life, and it starts with access to clean water.
CLEAN WATER APPEAL

Our Clean Water Initiatives

Sanitation and hygiene are essential to human dignity and health, yet over 785 million individuals worldwide lack access to clean drinking water. This staggering figure represents countless people facing daily challenges in securing the most basic necessity for survival. Moreover, approximately 40% of the global population does not have access to soap or hand washing facilities. This lack of basic sanitation leads to widespread illness, with more than 800 children dying each day from preventable diseases. In regions such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Somalia, and Yemen, people endure extreme poverty, and the absence of basic facilities forces them to trek miles daily for water. This journey consumes time that adults could use for work, generating income. And for children, it means missing crucial days of education. 

At United Muslims, we believe that providing clean water is a form of charity that transforms lives globally. Our water charity initiatives are alleviating thirst and creating sustainable access to clean water for communities across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Our projects range from installing simple water pumps to constructing sophisticated water purification plants. We are dedicated to ensuring that families worldwide can enjoy fresh, clean water, free from the threat of waterborne diseases. Currently, our active projects are spread across several countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Yemen, and Kenya. Our dedicated teams are on the ground, working tirelessly to drill wells equipped with user-friendly water pumps, establish water purification plants to provide rural communities with clean water, and distribute barrels of fresh water to families in dire need.

Our efforts go beyond installing wells, hand pumps, tankers, and boreholes; we also focus on educating communities about the importance of clean water and sanitation. The transformation we witness in these communities is profound: with improved hygiene and access to drinking water, disease rates fall, allowing individuals to lead productive lives and support their families. By committing to a small monthly donation of £10 to our clean water appeals, you can support our mission to provide clean, safe water to communities in need. Your generosity can transform the lives of thousands, promoting health, happiness, and hydration. Join us at United Muslims in our commitment to ensure that everyone, regardless of where they are born, has access to the life-giving resource of clean water.

BY THE NUMBERS

The Scarcity of Clean Water

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Children Die Everyday
Children require clean water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene to thrive and be joyful. However, the absence of safe water supplies leads to diseases that daily take the lives of more than 1,000 children under the age of five.

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Million Hours Wasted Everyday to Access Clean Water
Every day, women and girls spend a collective total of over 200 million hours fetching water, significantly affecting girls' education. Lacking safe water access, they miss out on crucial opportunities for learning, engaging in play, and socialising.

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Billion People Lack Access to Clean Water
Millions suffer from diseases like cholera and dysentery due to drinking contaminated water, with over 2 billion people accessing unsafe water sources. This results in around 3.5 million water-related deaths annually.
OUR COMMITMENT

How can you donate to our clean water appeal?

Water hand pumps provide vital clean water for up to 40 families per installation in remote, underprivileged villages, supporting daily needs like drinking, cleaning, and farming. Essential in areas lacking electricity, they enhance life and community well-being. With a donation of £220, you can sponsor a pump, offering a lifeline to those in need.
In remote villages lacking resources, manual water wells provide essential clean drinking water to around 60 families each. These wells are vital in areas without electricity in improving life for people. The water also aids community spots like graveyards and bus stops. A donation of £550 can fund the setup of one of these life-changing manual water wells.
Electric water wells, placed in communal areas like schools, hospitals, hostels and places of worship, harness existing electrical access for easy maintenance. Connected to water tanks, each well serves up to 600 individuals daily. With a donation of £250, you can sponsor the installation of an electric water well and improve life for people and livestock.
Solar-powered water wells supply clean water daily to approximately 2,000 village residents, significantly reducing the long treks typically made by women and children for water. Located conveniently within the village, these wells allow children to attend school and communities to thrive. A contribution of £2,800 can fund a solar water well.
Utilising reverse osmosis and cutting-edge technology, water filtration plants purify contaminated water by removing harmful substances, dirt, and bacteria, making it safe for consumption. Each plant produces 1,000 litres of clean water per hour, stored for anytime access by the community. A £5,500 donation can support this vital infrastructure.
Water trucking is a critical emergency response, particularly in countries like Syria, Afghanistan, and Palestine. It offers a rapid solution for providing fresh, clean water where alternatives are non-existent. This service is often lifesaving, ensuring communities have access to essential water supplies. Contributions of any size are greatly appreciated.
BACKERS

Every Donation Ignites Hope

AA

July 5, 2024

Amount Donated
£700.00
PC

July 5, 2024

Amount Donated
£67.25
ZM

July 4, 2024

Amount Donated
£77.55
GP

July 4, 2024

Amount Donated
£15.76
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Clean Water, Better Life

Charitable efforts focused on providing clean water to those in need are profoundly impactful, as water is fundamental to life itself. Yet, an alarming reality faces our global community: nearly 2 billion individuals lack access to clean, safe drinking water. This scarcity subjects countless individuals to the dangers of dehydration, disease, and, in severe cases, death.

At United Muslims, our mission transcends providing temporary relief; we aim to furnish sustainable solutions that ensure safe, clean water for life. Through your donations, you empower us to combat the water crisis on multiple fronts, offering a beacon of hope to those deprived of this essential resource.

Our initiatives extend across more than 18 countries, where we implement a variety of water solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each community. From the installation of hand pumps and deep tube wells to the establishment of community solar pumps, we are dedicated to creating reliable water sources. Our approach includes the integral participation of local communities, from the actual installation process by knowledgeable locals to ongoing management and maintenance overseen by community-formed committees. This collaborative effort ensures the longevity and hygiene of water facilities, directly combating the spread of diseases.

The story of Fatima from a remote village in Bangladesh stands as a testament to the transformative power of your contributions. Before the installation of a local water well supported by United Muslims, Fatima and her children endured daily treks to distant water sources. Now, with safe water readily available, her children can pursue education and the family enjoys improved health and vitality.

Similarly, in a drought-stricken area of Somalia, our solar water pumping systems have revolutionised the community’s access to water, turning arid land into fertile ground for agriculture and sustaining life. Stories like these abound, with your support enabling life-saving changes.

Contributions go beyond the physical installation of water systems; they foster community education on hygiene and sanitation, critical components for ensuring sustainable water use and overall health. By donating to United Muslims, you’re not just providing water; you’re building a foundation for education, income, and a brighter future.

Consider the profound difference a donation can make: just £10 a month aids in our water projects globally, while larger donations can fund entire water purification plants or solar water systems, providing thousands with access to clean water. Each donation, big or small, contributes to a collective effort that has already brought safer water to millions of people worldwide.

United Muslims’ commitment extends beyond traditional aid, with specialised water supply projects in areas ravaged by war and disasters. We recognize the urgent need for clean water in these regions and respond promptly, ensuring those affected by adversity have access to life’s most critical resource.

Sa’d ibn ‘Ubadah reported: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, my mother has died. Shall I give charity on her behalf?” The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Yes.” I said, “Which charity is best?” The Prophet said, “A drink of water.”

عَنْ سَعْدِ بْنِ عُبَادَةَ قَالَ قُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ إِنَّ أُمِّي مَاتَتْ أَفَأَتَصَدَّقُ عَنْهَا قَالَ النبي صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ نَعَمْ قُلْتُ فَأَيُّ الصَّدَقَةِ أَفْضَلُ قَالَ سَقْيُ الْمَاءِ

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Donors can find solace and trust in their contributions to United Muslims. We uphold transparency and accountability with every project undertaken. Upon completion and during the execution of water projects, we provide donors with comprehensive reports and photographic evidence, allowing them to witness the tangible impact of their generosity. Our dedication to transparency ensures that your contributions are utilised efficiently, directly supporting those who need it most.

Furthermore, all our water donation initiatives are Zakat and Sadaqa eligible, providing an excellent avenue for fulfilling these Islamic obligations while contributing to a noble cause. Donors also have the unique opportunity to dedicate their contribution in honour of their loved ones, creating a lasting legacy of benevolence and compassion that transcends generations.

By choosing to donate to United Muslims, you’re not only addressing the immediate need for clean water but also investing in long-term solutions that empower communities, improve health, and foster resilience in the face of adversity. Your support can turn the tide for those living in the shadow of conflict and disaster, offering them a brighter, healthier future.

We urge you to join us in this vital mission. Your donation can be the catalyst for change, transforming lives and landscapes. Together, let’s quench the thirst of the needy and sow seeds of hope and prosperity in the hearts of countless individuals and communities. Your trust and contributions are the backbone of our success, and together, we can continue to make a profound difference in the world.

 Empower the Clean Water Movement: Sustain the Essence of Life

By joining United Muslims in our clean water appeal, you’re part of a life-changing movement, offering the invaluable gift of water—one glass at a time—to those who need it the most. Together, we can continue to change lives and build healthier, more resilient communities around the world. Your generosity is not just a donation; it’s a lifeline.

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