A lack of clean drinking water is one of the most pressing issues facing Cambodians living in rural villages. Many source their drinking, cooking, and bathing water from pools of standing water, streams, or canals. The water is often contaminated with bacteria and pollutants and can lead to ongoing illness or, in extreme cases, death.
Constant sickness impacts lives by preventing adults from working and children from going to school. For those already in poverty it increases their problems.
When funding allows, VBC builds wells to improve the health and well-being of those living in village communities. Our wells are made from PVC piping with a concrete base at the surface. These wells have very few moving parts and only a cheap washer needs to be replaced occasionally, making them economical to operate and maintain.
$250
In rural Cambodia, many communities lack access to safe drinking water, relying on contaminated sources such as stagnant pools, streams, and canals. These water sources often carry bacteria and pollutants that lead to waterborne diseases, resulting in frequent illness that hampers work and education. For families already in poverty, this creates a vicious cycle.
To address this issue, Volunteer Building Cambodia (VBC) installs affordable PVC wells with concrete bases. These low-maintenance wells provide a sustainable source of clean drinking water, improving health, hygiene, and sanitation. By breaking the cycle of illness, families can focus on work, education, and community development.
According to UNICEF, only 65% of rural Cambodians have access to safe drinking water. Your donation can directly improve health, provide sanitation, and support long-term community development by helping to build these wells. Access to clean water is a critical factor in breaking the cycle of poverty, and empowering families to lead healthier, more productive lives.
Volunteer Building Cambodia (VBC) aims to improve the living conditions of families in need in rural areas by providing them with wells, toilets and safe, dry housing.
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