Water is life, and the people in the Horn of Africa are desperately waiting for rain.

The Horn of Africa is experiencing its worst drought in over 40 years. On-going regional conflict in both Ethiopia and Somalia has further displaced people within these countries. The war in Ukraine is also impacting the region through rising food costs, especially cooking oil and flour--two staples to society. What can we do to stand in the gap during this time of crisis?

As an organization with nearly 30 years of experience in the region, we desire to continue to be faithful in our work. We receive food aid that we distribute through trusted local organizations that know the areas of greatest need. Our focus is serving those who are internally displaced due to conflict and drought. We are also digging 10 wells, and multiple shallow water catchments throughout various regions of Somalia to help provide long-term solutions to the water crisis.

One well serves at least 128 families. This means 128 families can have a reliable source of water for their family and livestock. These wells also allow families to stay in one place instead of making the difficult, and often dangerous, search for water. Women and girls are usually the ones who fetch water, as shown in the photo above. Each well is dug by people from the community that it serves. They take great pride in being able to provide for their community in this way and it also provides jobs.

Right now, the situation in Somalia especially is very desperate. We would like to increase our reach, dig more wells and water catchments, and give out more food assistance, but need the resources in order to make this happen. Would you consider giving to these projects and help us bring food and fresh water to more families?