Students for Clean Water

College students can change the world—one drop at a time.

663 million people still lack access to clean water. Your coffee budget can rewrite that story. Start with $5; bring clean water for life to someone who needs it.

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663M
Without clean water
$40
Average to serve 1 person
1,200+
Campus-funded projects
Students carrying water jugs and celebrating a new well

Why clean water?

It saves time, reduces disease, and keeps students in school.

Health

Waterborne illnesses keep communities trapped. Clean water cuts disease by up to 50% and lowers medical costs so families can thrive.

Education

Girls spend hours collecting water instead of studying. Nearby wells give them entire days back—hello, graduation caps.

Opportunity

Time saved is money earned. With clean water, communities build businesses, not just buckets.

Real students. Real impact.

Campus clubs, intramural teams, and dorm floors have funded entire wells.

“Between labs and late-night study sessions, our campus raised $12,430 in two weeks. Watching the project updates roll in felt better than an A on finals.”

— Jordan, Environmental Science major

Transparent by design

See where every dollar goes with project maps, timelines, and photos when the well is completed.

Proven partners

We fund local teams who build sustainable, community-owned water systems—then we report back.

Mobilize your campus

Turn dorm energy into well projects.

Start a club

Download the starter kit: constitution template, event ideas, and outreach emails. Host a midnight “Miles for Water” relay on the track.

Get the Starter Kit

Run a themed fundraiser

Coffee-for-Clean-Water day, battle of the bands, or dorm-versus-dorm challenge with live leaderboards.

See Fundraiser Ideas

Partner with athletics & Greek life

Halftime challenges, jersey auctions, philanthropy weeks—your community already has the megaphone.

Contact Campus Team

Questions students ask

Where does my money go?

Directly to clean water projects and the local partners who build and maintain them. You receive updates when your project is completed.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, in the United States. You’ll get a receipt via email right after donating.

Can I donate as a group?

Absolutely. Start a campus campaign and share a single donation link for your club, class, or team.

Clean water changes everything. Be the reason someone turns on a tap.

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