Embrace Relief
Cobanoglu Water Well

Cobanoglu Water Well

Campaign overview

Access to clean, safe water can be life-changing for communities in need. I first learned about the vital importance of wells through a my visit highlighting the daily...

Campaign story

About this campaign

This daily trek leads to health issues, keeps kids out of school, and traps communities in poverty. My heart broke when I heard a young girl say her dream was to go to school someday. I realized something as basic as access to a clean water source nearby could make education a possibility for her and so many others.

It was then I began researching charitable organizations working to provide wells to rural communities in Africa. Embrace Relief stood out for its holistic approach – they not only fund wells, but work closely with each village on sustainability, providing training on maintenance and repair of pumps. They partner with local crews, not only providing clean water access but also creating jobs. Embrace Relief also helps villages establish local governing committees to manage the wells.

I knew I had found my chance to help change lives. By supporting Embrace Relief to open new wells, I'm partnering in empowering communities towards health, education and economic mobility. A basic necessity like water can rewrite destinies when made accessible. I'm committed to be a part of this incredible transformation through my giving.

Clean Water Program

Why clean water campaigns matter.

Clean water campaigns help communities replace unsafe rivers, ponds, and shallow wells with dependable water access.

Embrace Relief's clean water work includes new wells, well repairs, field verification, annual maintenance, and donor reporting.

Cutaway view showing how a clean water well reaches underground water

Deep-aquifer wells help reduce exposure to surface contamination and waterborne illness.

Nearby water access gives time back to families, especially women and girls.

Full well projects can include naming, photos, location details, completion reporting, warranty, and annual maintenance.

What your donation supports

A clear path from donation to impact.

01

Project readiness

Donations help move confirmed clean water needs through field review, logistics, materials, and local coordination.

02

Reliable daily access

Clean water projects are built around daily community use: drinking, cooking, hygiene, school routines, and family care.

03

Completion follow-up

Full well projects can include naming, photos, location details, completion reporting, and maintenance checkups.

Campaign FAQ

Questions before donating.

After a full well donation is confirmed, field teams can typically complete the process in about 4-6 weeks, depending on local logistics and site conditions.

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