All I want for Christmas is clean drinking water.

Did you know that Americans have the collective power to catapult 884 million people out of extreme poverty in one day? Providing access to clean drinking water is a critical step in breaking the cycle of poverty, ending injustice, and preventing death. Solving the worlds water crisis will cost an estimated $20billion--which might sound like a lot, however Americans spent approximately $52billion on Black Friday and will spend another $450billion for Christmas! Think about that!

This season give yourself, family, friends, and loved ones the gift of a place in the hearts of Joyce (left), her schoolmates, and the 2271 residents of Olkolili Tanzania, Africa. How? By helping to finance a life changing water well and water purification system in the town of Olkolili in partnership with Compassion International. $20 will provide access to clean drinking water for one person for a lifetime; $500 will provide access to clean drinking water for 25 people; and $45,000 will transform an entire village! 

The lack of clean drinking water worldwide not only keeps 884 million people trapped in the clutches of poverty, it kills 5000 children/day. Your money has power. Spend it making a world of difference. Because the goal is within reach. Because love is a verb. And because YOU are the answer. With gratitude, Darcy Creech (Founder, Pay It Forward Worldwide)

100% of your donation will go to directly to Compassion International for Water Project TZ452. The minimum contribution is $20, there is no maximum allowance, so please give generously! This event ends at midnight on December 24, 2011. 

Fundraising Goal for the Well Drilling & Water Purification Project TZ452, Olkolili Tanzania, Africa: