$137,000 raised in 2009

In 2009, W.A.T.E.R. raised $137,000 for 6 wells, 1 rain catchment system and 1 church water expansion.  In early 2010 it entered into an agreement with Sahara Group to provide 8 additional boreholes and 2 hand dug wells throughout Ghana.

We introduced our first ever "Wine Into Water" fund raising events hosted in various homes in October 2009. 

• Seattle legal community led by Becky Roe, Kathy Goater, Jeff Robinson, & Debi Preston; hosted by Kathy Goater & Donovan Flora

• Two St. John events hosted by Jan & Mike Kline and Jerrie & Al Drinkwine

• A Federal Way area event hosted by Trese & Jerry Graddon

• Microsoft event hosted by Amy & Bob Maher

• Black Diamond event hosted by Shari & Clay Anderson

• Seattle Central Area meeting hosted by Debra Sampson

• Our Lady of Sorrows W.A.T.E.R. informational event hosted by Kathy Golic

• Mary Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus event

Each event featured special guest Thomas Awiapo. Thomas is Catholic Relief Services Global Solidarity Coordinator for West Africa and our liason and host in Ghana.  Thomas is a compelling voice for our partnership.

Deepest thanks and a WELL DONE to all who continue to support our efforts in water insecure areas of Ghana. Stay tuned for the names of the villages that will receive wells in 2010.